A marijuana possession charge in Wisconsin can affect much more than the criminal case. For a college student, it may impact academic standing, financial aid and future opportunities. A possession charge triggers both criminal and school disciplinary timelines...
If you have been arrested for operating while intoxicated (OWI) for the first time, one of your biggest concerns may be what will happen to your driver’s license. Losing the ability to drive can affect almost every aspect of your daily life, such as commuting to work...
Parents usually give their kids snippets of advice before they head off to college. One they probably don’t think to tell them is whether or not to open the door if the police come knocking. It’s a dilemma that even the most law-abiding students could face because a...
Wisconsin has not yet legalized recreational marijuana. However, nearby Michigan already has. If you live in northern Wisconsin, for example, you could drive over the border into the Upper Peninsula and find plenty of fully legal dispensaries where those who are at...
An operating while intoxicated (OWI) conviction in Wisconsin often affects more than your driving record. Your insurer may treat you as a high-risk driver, raise your premium or decline to renew your policy. You might also need an SR-22 certificate before you regain...
Minors don’t always make the best decisions. While many of their mistakes can be addressed quickly and easily, there are instances in which they may lead to criminal charges. For a parent, learning that their child has been charged with a crime in the juvenile justice...
Unlike some other states, there are no sobriety checkpoints allowed during the upcoming Fourth of July celebrations (or at other times). The interpretation of the state of Wisconsin’s constitution is more liberal than the federal Fourth Amendment and requires police...
Being arrested for a marijuana-related offense can create concerns that extend beyond the criminal justice system. Often, the individual is worried that their employer will find out and that their job will be at risk. While a marijuana arrest doesn’t automatically...
If you plan to study abroad, a criminal charge may raise questions about whether those plans can still happen. Many students spend months preparing for an international program and may worry that an arrest could put those opportunities at risk. A criminal charge does...
In Wisconsin, OWI charges are not all handled the same way. Two cases that look alike at first glance may be treated very differently. What separates them is often found in the surrounding circumstances that come into focus after the arrest, when the facts are...
