Picking a defense lawyer is the most important decision you will make.
Facing criminal charges is a uniquely destabilizing experience that can instantly throw your life into a confusing and frightening disarray. The resulting emotional storm of fear, anger, and uncertainty can significantly impair your ability to make sound decisions at the most critical moments. We made a free guide to help you make the best hiring decision possible.
Wisconsin Gun Owners: What You MUST Know About Carrying While Intoxicated
Carrying a firearm while intoxicated remains a serious offense, even with a concealed carry permit, and "armed" can simply mean a gun is within your reach.
Domestic Abuse Charges in Wisconsin
Being accused of domestic abuse in Wisconsin can bring a wave of questions and uncertainty. It’s critical to have an attorney who understands these are serious criminal charges with potentially life-changing consequences.
Prior false accusations in sex assault cases
There is a high bar for admitting evidence of a victim's prior sexual conduct, even when framed as a prior untruthful allegation. The alleged prior statement must be clear, unambiguous, and directly contradict the current allegations in a significant way. Courts are also wary of introducing collateral matters that could lead to "mini-trials" on unrelated allegations.
Why Hiring a Criminal Defense Lawyer Before Charges is Crucial
Engaging a criminal defense lawyer before charges are filed offers a multitude of crucial advantages. In some cases, a skilled lawyer can intervene early and present compelling evidence or legal arguments that persuade the prosecution not to file charges in the first place.
What to know about Wisconsin’s sex offender registry.
Being placed on Wisconsin’s sex offender registry is a severe consequence. Learn when a court can require a person to register as a sex offender. In this post, we also discuss what a person must do when they are a registered sex offender.
