The challenge of drug abuse among teenagers is an important concern. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration in Wisconsin estimates that almost 40,000 adolescents use drugs each year. If you are a parent or guardian, the fear that your teenager...
The subject of marijuana use and possession continues to be a contentious issue in many states. While some states have legalized its use, either medicinally or recreationally, others have maintained strict laws concerning its possession and use. If you find yourself...
If you have a teenager facing drug charges, you may feel overwhelmed by concern for your child. How do you help him or her abstain from using drugs or facing future charges? Most parents want to help their teens prove that they can clean up their act to reduce their...
It is important to recognize that many different objects could lead to a drug paraphernalia case. For example, you could face serious charges if a law enforcement official finds a certain item in your backpack or vehicle, even though you have no plans to use the...
Drug crimes can prevent people from achieving the goals they have set. Potentially long-term consequences could set people back several years. For students, a drug conviction might interfere with their eligibility to remain on scholarship. Depending on the situation,...
Drug charges may sometimes lead to harsh penalties that can impact and influence all areas of life. Students might not have an awareness of this, but it is important that they do. It is also important to understand potential defense options and to know all available...
If caught with cocaine, your life could unravel. These charges could shatter your reputation as well as your career, and they could also lead to financial hardships and even time behind bars. In the wake of a drug-related offense, you might feel overwhelmed and even...
Substance abuse disorder is a chronic disease that leads to compulsive drug-seeking behavior. Over time, the condition changes your brain and may cause you to engage in harmful behaviors. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, addiction affects the reward...
Any criminal charge is a very serious issue. That said, the law does not view every criminal charge as equal. When facing drug charges in Wisconsin, the severity of consequences depends on the substance involved. Many come to us here at Krische & Moertel, LLC...
Many residents of Wisconsin can attest to needing medicine like pills or liquids to treat a health condition. However, some people are different because they use a hypodermic needle to inject medication. Individuals who need syringes for health reasons should not have...
