If you use drugs, what started out as fun may have turned into a nightmare. Your drug addiction is neither shameful nor uncommon, though. In fact, according to estimates from the United Nations, upwards of 35 million people globally have drug use disorders. Even...
Eau Claire Criminal Defense Blog
What college students need to know about Wisconsin drug laws
Drug charges can lead to harsh penalties affecting all areas of your life. As a student, you may not think a possession charge is a big deal, but it is a serious offense in Wisconsin. Understanding the laws, rules and regulations in your state is vital. Knowing your...
Can you avoid a sobriety checkpoint?
Officers set up sobriety checkpoints at various points along roads. Usually, they occur on the highway or freeway, or along particularly congested smaller roads or roads with a known issue with intoxicated drivers. The intent of a sobriety checkpoint? To find and...
Marijuana legalization in Wisconsin must wait until 2023
While most midwestern states have legalized recreational marijuana, Wisconsin remains a holdout on recreational and medicinal marijuana. Recent years have seen discussions toward broader legalization, but so far the state has resisted all efforts toward legalization....
Can you overcome drug crimes?
Drug crimes in Wisconsin can have significant legal repercussions. Your involvement might impact your life in numerous ways and for many years in the future unless you resolve to change. Overcoming drug convictions is something anyone can do. When you know some...
The penalties for cocaine possession in Wisconsin
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...
Previous drunk driving charges and the legal limit
As a driver, it is pivotal to understand the legal limit and realize that under certain circumstances, the threshold becomes lower. For example, those under the age of 21 cannot operate a vehicle with any amount of alcohol in their system. In addition, the legal limit...
Reviewing the penalties for synthetic cannabinoid possession
In many states, marijuana has become decriminalized or even legalized, but you should realize that marijuana remains illegal in many jurisdictions. In addition, you could have questions about the legality of synthetic cannabinoids, especially since state laws did not...
What To Know About Court-Ordered Community Service
A Wisconsin judge may mandate community service for college students who drive while intoxicated or operate any vehicle under drug or alcohol influence. Probation is contingent upon completing this form of punishment, an alternative to jail time that can negatively...
An OWI conviction and the impact on your future
If you are a college student, you likely have a plan for life after graduation and are looking forward to putting your ideas in motion. One unexpected issue such as a conviction for OWI can derail that plan and affect your future in many different ways. The employment...


