The latest move in Wisconsin is to legalize marijuana in all forms. The state currently is incredibly restrictive, but many people see how legal marijuana benefits nearby states and want those benefits for Wisconsin. According to Marijuana Moment, three state...
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What should I know about ignition interlock requirements in WI?
There are many penalties associated with an OWI charge in Wisconsin, and the courts requiring you to install an ignition interlock device in your vehicle is one of them. The idea behind an ignition interlock device is that it acts as a car-based breathalyzer test. In...
Can you request a jury trial for a first-time OWI charge?
If you drank a bit too much alcohol before climbing behind the wheel of your car, truck or SUV, your arrest for operating a vehicle while intoxicated may be your first brush with the law. Still, if your arrest becomes a conviction, you may face some significant legal...
What is substance abuse disorder?
Often, if you face a drug-related charge, you may have a substance abuse disorder. According to MayoClinic, drug addiction is a disease that affects your behavior and your brain's ability to control whether you use narcotics or other substances. Those with substance...
How long does it take to sober up?
If you enjoy a few drinks, you might start to feel the effects of intoxication. You do not want to get behind the wheel of a vehicle in this condition. So how long does it take for you to sober up? There actually is not a hard and fast answer. You cannot figure out to...
How synthetic cannabinoids differ from marijuana
People who want to smoke marijuana may be on the lookout for drugs that are derivative of marijuana but legal and safer to ingest. Someone may have told you that synthetic cannabinoids qualify as “legal” marijuana. However, Wisconsin law says otherwise. The truth is...
Misuse of prescription drugs in Wisconsin
Prescription drugs have accepted medical uses to treat certain diseases. However, they can do harm if used in a way other than the prescriber intended. There is a crisis of misuse of prescription drugs throughout the United States, and Wisconsin is no exception. Not...
What factors affect blood alcohol concentration?
Your blood alcohol concentration is an objective measure of how much alcohol is in your system. In Wisconsin, it is illegal for you to drive with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or greater. Circumstances can affect how your body processes the alcohol you...
3 mistakes to avoid after an OWI arrest
If you get arrested for drinking and driving, you could face charges for Operating While Visibly Impaired. In Wisconsin, an OWI conviction comes with serious consequences. For example, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, a first offense for OWI...
What do you know about drug convictions and student aid?
Despite your recent arrest for drug charges, you still plan on finishing college. How does your encounter with Wisconsin law enforcement affect your chances of securing financial aid? U.S. News & World Report explains how students with drug charges may secure...
