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OWI vs. DUI

If you are like many others, you have questioned if there is a difference between an OWI and a DUI. These terms generally mean the same thing and can be used interchangeably. For example, Wisconsin uses OWI (op...

The Abolishment of Wisconsin’s Death Penalty

Do you know about the case that contributed to the abolition of Wisconsin’s death penalty? John McCaffary was sentenced to death for the murder of his wife on family property. About 3,000 people came to w...

Civil Case vs. Criminal Case: What’s the Difference?

A civil case is one that involves an illegal action made towards an individual or corporation. An example would be an employee discrimination case. A criminal case is one that affects society and results in pen...

Body Cameras and OWI Investigations

Do you think the use of body cameras can help clarify information in an OWI investigation? The answer is yes, but they do lack the accuracy to provide sound evidence in some areas. Visit the website linked belo...

What is a White Collar Crime?

A white collar crime consists of the alleged fraud committed by businesses and government professionals. Click the link to learn more about white collar criminal charges. https://www.fbi.gov/investigate/white-c...

Violent Crime on the Rise in Wisconsin

Sadly, violent crime rates in Wisconsin are now the highest they have been in 35 years. In certain cities, the crime rate has increased about 71% over the last 10 years. Follow the link to learn more and stay s...

Criminal Sentence Just the Beginning for Immigrants

For many undocumented people with a criminal conviction, the completion of a prison sentence does not mean the end of incarceration. https://inquest.org/no-end-in-sight/...

What Are Grounds for Appeal?

There are specific grounds for appeal that go far beyond someone disagreeing with a verdict. Grounds for appeal include errors made in the lower court, ineffective assistance of counsel, and a verdict not being...

What is “Crimmigration”?

An interesting take on “crimmigration”, which is the weaving together of criminal law and immigration law....