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Can I sue for expenses I incurred during my court case and trial? I was found not guilty by a jury. If I can where do I start?
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Answered on July 25, 2013
Most likely not. You certainly could not go after the prosecutor unless they did something else illegal during the prosecution. That is very very...
Does a no contact order still stand after probation has been discharged.
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Answered on July 25, 2013
Mr. Golden's answer is great. I would add only that there may be constitutional violations for simply punishing contact with another person without...
Can a class I felony in Wisconsin be reduced to a misdemeanor in court with a good lawyer?
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Answered on July 18, 2013
That would depend on a number of factors, including the willingness of the DA to agree to such an amendment. There is a similar crime in WI that...
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IF A PERSON IS A HEALTH CARE WORKER, IN A NURSING HOME....AND STEALS A PATIENTS CREDIT CARD, GOES N PAYS A BILL WITH IT ..
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Answered on July 17, 2013
This could also be considered, theft-special facts which is a felony. Penalty is up to 6 years prison. Other than that I agree with my colleague.
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Can a young man 17 be charged with 2nd degree sexual assault of a cousin when both say it didn't happen
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Answered on July 16, 2013
He certainly be charged, but that shouldn't be his concern. A conviction is the bigger concern. Obviously, there is a stigma with the accusation by...
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What can I expect for a bail and should I worry more about a lawyer or bail? What is the likely outcome if found guilty?
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Answered on July 15, 2013
It is hard to say what number will be set for bail. Numerous factors influence that decision including the person's criminal history and whether...
DUI Conviction in filling out a job application
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Answered on July 12, 2013
Two things to consider:
1) if this was a first offense occurring in the state of Wisconsin, your son has not been convicted of a crime for this...
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Is it illegal to spend the night with your girlfriend and her and her moms out if i am 19 and she is 16!?
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Answered on July 12, 2013
It is not illegal for you to have a girlfriend under the age of 18 in WI. It is however, not necessarily legal for you to engage in sexual acts...
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Can I have felony charges against me for a payday loan?
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Answered on July 12, 2013
This sounds like a prank to me for a couple of reasons. 1) bounced checks on their own in WI do not amount to a felony, unless there was fraud. 2)...
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My husband wa a granted a plea withdrawal 2 1/2 years after conviction
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Answered on July 09, 2013
I doubt it, as the prosecutor probably could not justify a higher charge. Have you and husband discussed these concerns with the attorney who...
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