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When a Misdemeanor Can Turn Into a Felony in Wisconsin

April 15, 2025 | Criminal Convictions

You would only find out the gravity of an alleged criminal defense when you have been informed of the charges against you. The prosecutor may have made a relatively quick decision about the severity of the crime with which you have been charged. Some may err on the side of overcharging you because it could give them more leeway later in the process. Regardless of the crime that you have been charged with, it is essential that you get legal help from an Appleton criminal defense attorney from Hogan Eickhoff as soon as possible. They may be able to help you fight the charges or otherwise achieve the best possible outcome in your case through a plea bargain with the prosecutor. Under Wisconsin law, there are some criminal offenses that could be charged as a felony or misdemeanor. The prosecutor may have the discretion about which type of crime to … Continued

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Battery Charges: Self-Defense and Mitigating Circumstances

November 26, 2024 | Battery and Assault Crimes

Battery charges can be very serious. Even if you are facing misdemeanor charges, you are still facing possible jail time and a host of other impacts on your life. However, there are defenses that you may be able to use against the charges and mitigating circumstances that could lessen any potential punishment. If you have been charged with battery, the experienced criminal defense lawyers at Hogan Eickhoff can help you present the strongest possible legal defense.

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Misdemeanors in Wisconsin: Know Your Rights and How to Defend Against Them

December 5, 2023 | Criminal Defense Attorney

As a criminal defendant in Wisconsin, your legal rights do not vary based on the severity of the charges against you. In every single case, you have legal rights. When you have been charged with a misdemeanor, you would consult a lawyer to review your case and help determine whether you should reach a plea deal or defend against the charges. It is up to law enforcement to prove the case against you, or you would be acquitted at trial.

The Difference Between a License Suspension and Revocation in Wisconsin

December 6, 2022 | Criminal Convictions

If you have been convicted of certain traffic offenses, you may lose your right to drive for a certain period of time. There are various terms that the law uses for the loss of your ability to drive. The two most common terms are revocation and suspension of your driver’s license. Although these terms are largely the same, there are some key differences of which you should be made aware by your attorney. While you do not have full driving privileges, you will be punished far more seriously when you are caught driving with a revoked license.

Your Guide to Initial Court Appearances in Criminal Cases

July 13, 2022 | Criminal Defense Attorney

Many people are often unaware of what happens in the early stages of a criminal case. Instead, they are focused on the trial itself. However, the initial appearances may set the groundwork for a successful defense of the charges or make it clear to the prosecutor that they have their own risk in taking a case forward to the jury.

The Dangers of Speaking With Law Enforcement

June 24, 2022 | Criminal Defense Attorney

Any criminal defense attorney will advise their clients that it is never a good idea to speak to police without the presence of your lawyer. When you talk to the police on your own, bad things can and will happen. It is very rare that you can clear your name without getting yourself into further trouble.

How Bail Works in Wisconsin

June 8, 2022 | Bail

When defendants are charged with a crime, remaining at home while they await trial is not always a given. Defendants must be released pending trial, and in some cases, judges may order that they be held in custody while they are awaiting trial. The bail hearing is one of the most important moments in the early stages of the criminal justice process.

What Happens at an Arraignment?

May 6, 2022 | Arraignment

An arraignment is your initial appearance in court for your criminal defense case. It is one of your constitutional rights to be presented with the charges against you. It is one of the defendant’s first chances to appear in front of the judge, even though your case will not be won at an arraignment. However, do not make the mistake of thinking that the arraignment is a formality.

What Happens at an Initial Appearance?

March 15, 2022 | Bail

Law enforcement does not have a legal right to hold a defendant indefinitely without them being able to go in front of a judge. Otherwise, it would be a violation of the defendant’s rights that could jeopardize the prosecution. The initial appearance in front of a judge is called an arraignment. There are several substantive things that will happen in an arraignment that provide an introduction of sorts to the case.

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Discharge from Probation Didn’t Count as Successful Completion of Sentence for Expungement Purposes

October 22, 2021 | Court Hearings

Although momentum seems to be on the side of criminal justice reform and allowing for broader abilities to expunge criminal records, the Wisconsin Court of Appeals did not exactly see it this way in a recent case. The court would not allow expungement of a defendant’s criminal record when he was discharged from probation. In order to be fully eligible for possible expungement, defendants need to complete their sentence in full, no matter the circumstances. To ensure your best chances of expunging your criminal record, make sure to hire a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible.