Is it better to keep the lawyer that is appointed to me for a small fee or should I hire my own attorney for my retail theft?
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Answered on January 25, 2021
An appointed attorney (through the court or through the public defender) does not work for the court. That attorney works for you and is obligated...
I lied on police report on a supposed to be domestic violence case. I want to tell the truth.what should I do?
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Answered on January 25, 2021
Lying to police could be the basis for an obstructing an officer charge. That’s a misdemeanor and carries a maximum penalty of 9 months in jail,...
Would probation find out if I worked for the same company as someone I have a no contact with?
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Answered on July 07, 2020
Your PO knows the identity of the victim. Don’t get too excited about the fact that public court records don’t list the victim’s name.
The real...
I was the passenger in a DUI crash and the driver is claiming I was the driver?
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Answered on July 04, 2020
If your blood was drawn, it’s clear you are being investigated for OWI. If the other occupant was injured, this is an even bigger problem. ...
How can the police prosecute me if they know I didn’t commit a crime
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Answered on June 22, 2020
Certainly a signature bond sounds like a good deal. But unless you're being charged with a crime, how would you even be placed on a signature...
I wasn't shown evidence of my crime however I am being pushed to become a criminal informant.
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Answered on June 09, 2020
Unfortunately, police aren’t required to show you any of the evidence they have against you. You know whether you’ve committed a crime or not. ...
Will a mishap in police paper work apon arrest effect sentencing if brought up before the sentencing court date?
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Answered on June 02, 2020
It's unclear what you're asking. If sentencing is the next date, I'm assuming you've entered a plea to the charges. In that circumstance, you've...
What should I do if my parole officer says I have a warrant out for my arrest and I haven't done anything?
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Answered on April 04, 2020
Wisconsin doesn’t have anything called the “no need to prove it” law. You’re entitled to a hearing that will determine whether you’re revoked or...
Can i get my charges drop fir snitching about kills?
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Answered on April 04, 2020
Your question should be directed to your attorney. There’s a few things to consider: how serious the charges you’re facing are, whether the...
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Can a Wisconsin drug court judge or drug court coordinator make you take a hair follicle test?
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Answered on March 26, 2020
Generally admission into drug court requires absolute sobriety. Frequently it requires the participant to take random drug screens. This includes...
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