The past several years have seen a rise in tension between police officers and the communities in which they work, especially African American communities. Since the death of Michael Brown and the unrest in Ferguson, calls have grown louder in Wisconsin and around the country for reform. One particular reform that is being implemented in […]
You are most likely familiar with the crimes associated with child pornography and prostitution, just from watching television. What you may not know is that these crimes are sometimes part of a subset of crimes referred to as Internet sex crimes. If you are accused of, or arrested for, an internet sex crime, you are already facing […]
Although you often hear the term assault and battery as one phrase, they are actually very different. Assault is one thing and battery is another. If someone has been battered, they have likely been assaulted as well, although the reverse is not necessarily true. What is true is that there are a variety of different circumstances that […]
Charges of sexual assault are very serious and should not be taken lightly. Aside from their seriousness, they are also embarrassing and carry stigma that will follow you the rest of your life, even if you are innocent of the accusations. Wisconsin law has different categories of sexual assault, but it is generally defined as non-consensual sexual […]
Whether your team wins or loses, highly anticipated sporting events often make people do things and say things that are out of their general character. In addition to spikes of OWI arrests after large sporting events, there is often a measurable increase in crimes of battery. An example of this occurred recently after the Wisconsin-Indiana football game.The […]
Did you know that if you are involved in a car accident, even if you are rear-ended, sideswiped, or otherwise not at fault, it is your legal duty to stop immediately? Once you stop, there are other legal requirements you must follow. Failure to comply with the duties imposed by Wisconsin law after an accident can result […]
Perception is a funny thing; rather than being based upon facts, it is the thoughts and beliefs of one more individuals. And it is often incorrect. Case in point: 70 percent of Americans recently reported that they believe crime is rising, but statistical analysis shows that, over the last decade, crime rates have dropped. Such information shows […]
Beginning in 1986, human DNA testing began to revolutionize the criminal justice system by providing law enforcement and the courts with far better identification evidence by which to prove either the innocence or guilt of a suspect. However, DNA evidence and matches are not infallible; and a recent study suggests that we must, once again, consider just […]
Technology has truly become an integrated part of our lives, affecting all that we do. In fact, very few Americans ever leave their homes without some sort of electronic device in tow. For the most part, the infiltration is benign and offers enjoyment, connection, and education. But the speed at which technology has advanced does […]
Incarceration costs are a part of every state’s budget. For Wisconsin it is much higher than the national average. The state advocacy group, Wisconsin Budget Project, recently discussed those costs and why they exist. They also discussed ideas for reform, and how some initiatives may help to reduce spending. Incarceration Disparities Damaging Minority Communities When compared […]