When you think of burglary, you likely conjure images of jewelry thieves cutting into glass cases at night. While burglary is often related to theft, it doesn't have to be. It refers instead to unlawfully entering property with the intent to commit a felony or to steal. Knowing the difference can help you not only understand the charges brought against you, but help you defend against those charges too.

If you are convicted of an OWI offense in Wisconsin, the cost can be steep. You face fines, suspension of your driver's license, and even jail time. The penalties increase for each offense. As soon as possible after your arrest, contact an attorney to protect your rights and your defense.

After a traffic accident, the police will want to take your statement. This can create anxiety if you don't know how much to share. While you want to be courteous, you don't want to undercut your own claim for recovery. What you say can impact the value of any recovery you have. Make sure you don't overshare when the police start to ask questions.

Date rape is considered a sex crime in Wisconsin, which means that date rape charges can result in hefty penalties if a conviction is obtained. These cases are usually very emotional and complex because the two parties generally know one another, and the circumstances surrounding the event require a close look at what is usually a very private part of a person's life.

Prescription drug abuse continues to take a massive toll on society, fueled in part by prescription drug fraud. Obtaining these drugs through illegal means is unfortunately very common, and in many cases, rather easy. Both patients and doctors can commit this type of crime. It can be difficult to defend yourself against charges of prescription drug fraud, and it helps to know what this crime entails so that you have a better understanding of how to deal with this type of accusation.

In today's world, much of the criminal activity occurs not in the streets, but behind a computer screen. Many crimes now occur from afar, with the authorities putting the pieces together with forensic analysis to retrace criminals' steps. These have become big problems in Wisconsin and across the country.