Author: Mark Eisenberg

Charged with an Underage DUI in Wisconsin? What you should know. You know drinking under the age of 21 is illegal. Different states prosecute this in different ways. Wisconsin applies a zero tolerance standard for underage drinking and driving. If you or your child is between ages 15 and 20 and caught driving with any alcohol in his or her system, the consequences are both immediate and severe. You will want to talk to an attorney right away to help protect your legal rights. Defining...

If you are facing an Arrest Warrant in Wisconsin, get experienced help! Sometimes you can find yourself in legal trouble without even knowing it. If you have an outstanding arrest warrant, you may not know about it until the police have picked you up. Before you know it, you are facing questioning and sometimes charged with a crime. If you find yourself dealing with an arrest warrant in Wisconsin, you need an experienced defense lawyer right away. What Is an Arrest Warrant? In Wisconsin,...

When Is Criminal Damage to Property a Felony in Wisconsin? Criminal damage to property is typically a misdemeanor in Wisconsin, but there are times when the damages could result in a felony charge. Definition of Criminal Damage to Property and Repercussions Wisconsin defines criminal damage as “Whoever intentionally causes damage to any physical property of another without the person’s consent.” Under the law, this is typically a Class A misdemeanor. The penalties for...

Here’s some things to keep in mind to avoid violating your probation – it could keep you out of jail Probation can be both a blessing and a curse, as the saying goes. It’s a blessing in that you’re not in jail and can live a relatively normal daily life. It’s a curse, however, because it is so easy to violate probation by doing things that, at times, can seem mundane and not worthy of jail. Probation is a test period; if you can get through these few years of...

Use caution, and talk to an attorney, before talking to the police Most of us want to be helpful when we can. When the police ask questions, you may feel even more pressure to answer and show your innocence. Before you respond, though, take a step back. You have constitutional rights designed to protect you. Calling an attorney can keep you from getting into trouble that you don’t deserve. Innocence Isn’t Enough When you are innocent, you may think you have nothing to worry...