Many Wisconsin residents turn to drugs to feel better, escape or fill a void in their lives. At some point, they may encounter law enforcement through a traffic stop or some other incident that results in an arrest and a drug charge.The question that your criminal...
Month: December 2016
Concern over drunk driving leads to stiffer laws
Wisconsin has many things to be proud of, but its reputation with alcohol isn't one of them. The state rates number one in the country for binge drinking and recently spent over $450 million dollars in property damage, hospital bills, funeral expenses and other costs...
13 arrested in wide-scale police sting
Drug rings, or groups of people working in the drug trade, are highly illegal and often lead to drug busts after months of investigation by law enforcement. They take the time to make several transactions to try to locate who is in charge and who may be others high in...
You child can be in trouble for drinking alcohol in Wisconsin
The last thing you want to deal with as a parent is a child with a criminal record. Unfortunately, minors make mistakes, and they can be held accountable by law.As of 2010, people under the age of 21 can be convicted of the "absolute sobriety" law. With this law, a...
What can you do to avoid a DUI during the holidays?
Getting behind the wheel while intoxicated can land you in trouble with the law, so many people look for alternatives to drinking during the holidays. Instead of opting for traditional alcoholic beverage, one idea is to make the same drink sans alcohol.For example, a...
What can different charges mean for your case?
There are many different kinds of violent crimes, and if you're accused of one, you need to know exactly what the alleged victim is saying you did. For example, if you are accused of a homicide, it means that the victims are alleging that you killed someone. It...
Medical marijuana and what you need to know about Wisconsin
Medical marijuana is not yet legal in Wisconsin, so getting caught with it can get you into deep trouble with the law. While a case involving marijuana isn't necessarily as bad as one with other illicit drugs, a drug crime conviction can still impact you now and for...