In Wisconsin, prosecutors can charge individuals with first-degree reckless homicide if they deliver a controlled substance that causes a user's death. This Class B felony carries the same legal weight as other homicide offenses. The state does not need to prove you...
An operating while intoxicated (OWI) charge in Wisconsin can affect more than your driving record. It can also affect your job and your professional license. If you face an OWI charge, you might have questions about your future. What often happens depends on your job...
You applied for your dream job, but the background check revealed your marijuana conviction. The opportunity slipped away. You've faced rejection after rejection for apartments, even though you have steady income. Your past conviction keeps blocking your future. This...
Living in a dormitory can be fun, until you realize that this arrangement comes with a legal vulnerability. If your roommate inadvertently or intentionally leaves a bag of marijuana in the common area, you could face a drug possession charge even if you never touched...
An operating while intoxicated (OWI) arrest can raise serious questions when you apply for jobs or internships. If you are a student or early-career professional, you may wonder how a single incident could affect future opportunities. Whether an OWI appears during the...
Because hemp-derived products like delta-8 or delta-9 gummies and vape pens are sold openly in Wisconsin, you might assume they are safe to use before driving. To answer the question above, yes: a legal purchase can still lead to an Operating While Intoxicated (OWI)...
You might know that the legal limit for drunk driving in Wisconsin is generally 0.08%. If you are a student at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire or UW-Stout, you may assume that having a single beer at a party is fine because it keeps you under that limit. If you...
The holiday season brings joy and gatherings with friends and family. However, if you are hosting a party where minors might have access to alcohol, you could face serious legal consequences, even if you did not give them a drink yourself. This article discusses which...
A drug charge can hit hard, especially if you have never dealt with the criminal justice system before. Many people immediately worry about going to jail, losing their job or facing school discipline. Wisconsin courts often look beyond the charge itself. Judges...
Most people think an OWI (Operating While Intoxicated) charge only applies to alcohol. But in Wisconsin, police can also charge you with OWI for driving on legal prescription drugs. This surprises many drivers, who believe a doctor's prescription makes the medicine...
