A bench warrant in Milwaukee is a serious legal matter that demands your legal attention. While a bench warrant is not necessarily as severe as an arrest warrant, ignoring one could end up sending you to jail. How can you clear a bench warrant without going to jail? Don’t put your freedom at risk unnecessarily – get help from a…
Read MoreHas someone falsely accused you of sexual assault in Milwaukee? Facing such an accusation can turn your world upside down. Not only do you have to deal with the stress and embarrassment that come with the claim, but your reputation, career, and personal relationships might also suffer. If you’re in this tough spot, you might…
Read MoreYou should never defend yourself against criminal charges without legal representation. But even when you know you need a lawyer, you must choose between hiring a criminal defense attorney and working with a public defender. Before you make your decision, you should understand the differences between them and the advantages and disadvantages of each. Differences…
Read MoreGood behavior in a Wisconsin state or federal prison means following the penal system’s rules and regulations. Any disciplinary action or formal rule violation will interfere with a prisoner’s attempts to secure an early release based on good behavior. When applicable, the law gives credit for good behavior to any inmate that adheres to all…
Read MoreWhen charged with a criminal offense, you might be overwhelmed by figuring out what to do. You have several options, including entering a plea of guilty, not guilty, or no contest. A no-contest plea, also known as a nolo contendere plea, is one in which the defendant does not admit guilt but accepts punishment as…
Read MoreIf you were charged with a crime in Milwaukee, one of the first steps in the process would be an arraignment. This is the formal process during which the accused is formally advised of the charges against them and is given an opportunity to enter a plea. After arraignment, the next steps in your criminal…
Read MoreYour first appearance before the judge in a criminal defense case is called an arraignment. As a defendant, you have a constitutional right to hear the charges the state has filed against you, and the arraignment serves this purpose. Because this court appearance usually happens shortly after the arrest, you will probably feel overwhelmed. Knowing…
Read MoreHaving your driver’s license suspended indefinitely is more than an inconvenience. Not having a valid driver’s license can make consistently getting to work challenging, hurting your financial stability. You may miss doctor’s appointments or vital family milestones. Without a driver’s license, your world can be turned upside down while you look for time-consuming and costly…
Read MoreA prosecutor can drop or dismiss a criminal charge for many reasons. Sometimes they do it voluntarily, but often you need a Wisconsin criminal defense attorney to advocate to have your charges removed in this way. When your charge is dropped, it could reappear later if more evidence comes to light. If your charge is…
Read MoreNo. You can’t pursue legal action against a police officer simply for not reading your Miranda Rights to you during an arrest. A new Supreme Court ruling protects law enforcement from civil lawsuits filed by criminal defendants in this situation. However, this ruling does not prevent you from using an officer’s failure to read your…
Read MoreWritten by Michael Hart & Craig Powell
Last Updated : January 15, 2025