Jump to Navigation

Milwaukee Criminal Defense Law Blog

Defense attorney protects client from new state hearsay laws

People in Wisconsin may have heard about a new law that could have dangerous consequences for people facing drug or other criminal charges. Wisconsin Act 285, which went into effect last April, allows prosecutors to use hearsay evidence, evidence that is not valid or trustworthy enough to use at a criminal trial, in the preliminary hearing to determine whether there is enough evidence to show that there is probable cause to believe the defendant committed the crime.

In this case a 24-year-old man was charged with first-degree reckless homicide in the drug overdose death of his girlfriend. He stood accused of supplying her with the heroin that killed her on April 12, 2012 which, according to prosecutors, is a felony more serious than even drug distribution, even though she willfully took the drugs herself.

Milwaukee man and woman face drug charges after heroin bust

One decision can change a person's everyday life drastically. A person facing drug charges, such as drug manufacturing, could face public scrutiny and prejudices from family, friends and the community at large. This could make it difficult for a defendant to keep and find employment. Recently, two people were arrested and now face drug charges after a heroin bust in Wisconsin.

According to police reports, a woman and a man were charged with drug offenses. Police say that an undercover investigation led to six felony offenses for manufacturing and delivering heroin for each individual. The man also faces a charge for obstructing an officer. Each individual faces more than 70 years in prison and over $100,000 in fines. According to police, undercover investigators made contact with the two over several occasions before the two were arrested.

Man charged with cyberstalking a lesson for Milwaukee residents

The Internet has made it easier for people in Milwaukee and elsewhere to learn personal information about others. However, the Internet has also carved out new criminal offenses that penalize individuals for wrongly using the Internet. One of these possible criminal offenses is cybsterstalking. Recently, a man has been charged with cyberstalking.

A former political campaign intern has been charged with cyberstalking and blackmailing. According to court reports, the man was arrested after police say he used the Internet and text messages to blackmail women. The man allegedly blackmailed the women by stating that he had nude pictures of the women and if they did not provide him with more nude pictures, he would release the pictures to the women's friends and family members. The man reportedly bragged about wearing an Ellis the Elephant costume to promote a book written by a presidential candidate's wife.

WI sheriff's deputy assists in man's arrest for child pornography

Criminal offenses involving children are severely punished in Milwaukee and elsewhere. Some of these crimes may involve police Internet sting operations which target defendants who would not have possessed child pornography had it not been for these circumstances. For some defendants facing an Internet criminal offense, entrapment may be a viable defense. Recently, a Wisconsin county sheriff's deputy assisted in arresting a man for possession of child pornography.

According to police, a man from Chicago, Illinois has been federally charged for possessing child pornography. Police say that the man was arrested and charged after the man participated in at least 19 Internet exchanges with a Waukesha County Sheriff's detective. During these exchanges, police say that the man distributed 76 images and 16 videos of child pornography. According to the criminal complaint, when police searched the man's house, they allegedly found 887 images and 135 videos of child pornography. The man faces at least 10 years in jail, a maximum fine of $250,000 and registration on the state's sex offender registry.

WI teenager accused of sexually assaulting another teenager

Being accused of any criminal offense should not be taken lightly. This is especially true for cases in which the defendant is accused of a sexual criminal offense, such as sexual assault. Sex crime convictions carry stiff penalties in Wisconsin. Recently, a teenager has been accused of sexually assaulting another teenager.

Police say that a 17-year-old male defedant has been charged with second-degree sexual assault. According to the complaint made against the defendant, the defendant asked a 14-year-old female to perform a sexual act in a school parking lot. The criminal complaint also states that the 14-year-old agreed to the sexual act. Because the incident involved the 17-year-old defendant and a 14-year-old girl, the defendant was charged with felony second-degree sexual assault. According to Wisconsin law, no individual under the age of 14 can consent to sex.

Wisconsin man arrested for 6th DUI

Everyone has made decisions that have impacted their futures. However, some of these decisions may have negative consequences that may not be as easily visible in the present time. For example, making the decision to drive under the influence may mean not only having to spend the night in jail, but also future consequences including permanent criminal record and difficulty in finding future employment. Unfortunately, a man arrested for drunk driving may face these serious penalties.

Police say that a 40-year-old Wisconsin man was arrested for his sixth DUI after a concerned driver called 911 to report that the man was veering on the interstate. According to the caller, the man and a passenger in the veering car switched seats. According to police, Wisconsin deputy stopped the veering car and the passenger told the deputy that she had switched seats with the man. Police say that the 40-year-old man accused of drunk driving was uncooperative at first and denied being under the influence of alcohol. The man's preliminary breath test registered higher than the state's legal limit.

Wisconsin man accused of sexual assault of a minor

Being accused of a criminal offense should not ever be taken lightly. An individual's reputation and his or her family's status in the community may be harmed even if a defendant is not convicted. It is important that when a defendant is accused of a serious criminal offense, such as child sexual assault, a strategic defense plan is developed to reduce possible penalties. Recently, a Wisconsin man was accused of several serious sex crimes.

A resident of Waukesha is accused of sexually assaulting a child, sexually assaulting a child under the age of 16 and assisting a child's delinquency. According to a criminal complaint, three girls recently spent the night at the man's home, and the man provided the girls with marijuana and alcohol. Police say that one of the girls told them she woke up to the man touching her. According to police, another teenager told them that the man gave her cough medicine and sleeping pills. That teen also told police that she had either woken up to something occurring or had woken up and suspected something had occurred.

Milwaukee man faces drug possession charges after undercover buy

Those who sell drugs should be careful when selling their products. Undercover police can be anywhere. One unknowing Milwaukee man sold drugs to undercover police not once, not twice, not three times, but four times. He now faces seven felonies, including drug possession charges, as a result.

The informants, under direction by Waukesha County police officers, zeroed in on the 35-year-old man and bought a total of $2,660 in drugs from him on four separate occasions. The purchases include $200 in heroin, $500 in Oxycodone, another $200 in Oxycodone and a third purchase of 88 pills worth $1,760. The deals took place at grocery stores, a local business and an apartment complex.

Milwaukee man faces homicide charges after drug deal goes awry

Simple choices individuals make can spiral out of control quickly. Some of these choices can affect other individuals and their loved ones forever. When these choices are serious and involve illegal activity, an accused defendant should create a strategic defense plan. Recently, a Milwaukee man was charged with homicide and faces serious penalties.

According to police, the Milwaukee man is facing multiple criminal charges, including reckless homicide and armed robbery, after he allegedly killed a man. Police say that the Milwaukee man was attempting to buy marijuana from another man, but when he was asked to pay $700 for the drugs, he revealed a gun. According to police, the accused then allegedly told the other man and two other individuals to get on the ground. Police records show that the Milwaukee man then stole the drugs and money and proceeded to shoot the other man in the back.

Three Wisconsin men arrested for involvement in meth production

Some decisions that we make may have negative consequences that could affect our reputation in the community and future employment opportunities. In some circumstances, these decisions may also affect the lives of our loved ones. Recently, three Wisconsin men were arrested after allegedly being involved with drug manufacturing.

According to reports, police arrived at an apartment complex after receiving a call regarding suspicions of drug activity. According to police, as they were attempting to speak to a man outside the apartment, the man ran, but was quickly apprehended. At the time of his arrest, police say that the man stated he was on methamphetamine. The renter of the apartment allowed the police in, and after examining the apartment, police say they discovered an alleged active methamphetamine lab that included equipment and chemicals used to make methamphetamine. Three men were arrested and are expected to be formally charged for their connections to the incident.

Do You Have a Case?

Bold labels are required.

Contact Information
disclaimer.

The use of the Internet or this form for communication with the firm or any individual member of the firm does not establish an attorney-client relationship. Confidential or time-sensitive information should not be sent through this form.

close

Buting, Williams & Stilling, S.C.
400 N. Executive Drive, Suite 205
Brookfield, WI 53005
Phone: (262) 821-0999
Fax: (262) 821-5599
Brookfield Law Office

6165 North Green Bay Avenue
Glendale, WI 53209

Visa | MasterCard