By Richard Hart | Published June 13, 2016 | Posted in Legal Advice | Tagged Tags: probation, probation explained, what to expect with probation, Wisconsin Law | Comments Off on Probation: Ins and Outs
Probation: Ins and Outs
There are many possible outcomes when a person is convicted of a crime, one of them being probation. Probation is a period of time that you are released from custody with certain terms and condition you must follow. Generally, probation is a good thing because you don’t serve your full sentence. However, probation is not Read More
Read MoreMisdemeanor vs. Felony in WI
There are a number of classifications between various categories and crimes that may determine whether an individual should be convicted of a misdemeanor or a felony. When it comes to the differences between state convictions, there are few, however, Wisconsin takes incarceration time and housing location into account when sentencing someone. To become more aware Read More
Read MoreMain Defenses to DUIs and DWIs
DUIs and DWIs can offer severe and expensive penalties, especially if you’re a repeat offender. In Wisconsin, charges can even vary across the state. There are ways to defend you against a DUI or DWI charge; defenses relating to the arrest, affirmative defenses, and common defenses are a few categories of options. Affirmative defenses exist Read More
Read MoreActions to Take When Charged with Fraud
Fraud is a serious crime, even though it is not physical. Fraud is wrongful deception intended to result in financial or personal gain. This should not be confused with embezzlement, which is when someone entrusts you with their finances or assets. Fraud involves taking action upon lies and misrepresentation. There are a few important actions Read More
Read MoreMarital Property in Divorce | Dividing a Business in Divorce
The complication of dividing marital property may continue after dividing the marital estate. Besides dividing outstanding debt, if a business was acquired and/or financed during the marriage, this is yet another step in dividing marital property. Even if ownership was under the name of one spouse, Wisconsin still considers it marital property. Similarly with marital Read More
Read MoreMarital Property in Divorce | Dividing Marital Estate in Divorce
A major step in the divorce process includes the division of marital property. It’s not only difficult but can get complicated. As a whole, marital property consists of all property and assets that you and your spouse acquired together during the course of the marriage. This can include a business, marital estate, and even debts. Read More
Read MoreUnderstanding Consequences of Hate Crimes
Hate crimes, or bias-motivated crimes, are criminal acts committed because of a person’s race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, or disability. The motive behind the particular act is the main difference between hate crimes and other crimes. These crimes can range anywhere from assault, rape, and murder to vandalism, robbery, and harassment. It’s crucial to Read More
Read MoreImportance of a Prenuptial Agreement
A common misunderstanding of prenuptial agreements is that they are strictly for wealthy couples who wish to protect their assets. Prenuptial agreements are for couples of all kinds, as they protect more than just money. A prenuptial agreement is a legally binding contract that a couple signs deciding what will happen if the marriage ends Read More
Read MoreJuvenile Court System | 5 Steps Involved in the Juvenile Court Unit
The Juvenile Court Services Unit provides supervision and services to minors from ages 10 to 17 years that have been adjudicated delinquent by the Juvenile Court. The goal of supervision in Juvenile Court Services is to assist children in meeting the requirements of supervision and return them to an orderly and productive life in the Read More
Read MoreLegal Consequences of False Accusations
Being falsely accused of a crime, such as sexual assault or abuse, can be a terrible thing. Besides the severe consequences in the criminal system, people have also lost the ability to get a job, lose professional licenses and certifications, live peacefully, and have suffered emotionally as well. Even during the court process, victims of Read More
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