Locate Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorneys

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Wisconsin Criminal Defense

Criminal Defense in Wisconsin is handled by both Public Defenders and Private Criminal Defense Attorneys in Wisconsin. The type you choose depends on your income and the assets (money) you have.

If you do not have the money to afford a Private Criminal Defense Attorney, a Public Defender will be appointed to you by the court. If you can afford a private attorney, most courts will require you to retain private counsel, or pay the government for your assigned lawyer according to what you can manage. Keep in mind that switching lawyers in the middle of a case is very difficult, so choose carefully who your lawyer will be in Wisconsin the first time.

Facing Criminal Charges in Wisconsin?

If the answer is yes, know that you have a variety of legal rights. The most important is the right to a lawyer. Find the perfect criminal lawyer for you in Wisconsin for your case.

Interesting Facts About Wisconsin

Wisconsin claims most of the nation's milk and dairy production, most notably its cheese production. Wisconsin residents often embrace the state's nickname of "America's Dairyland" by wearing foam "cheese hats" at Green Bay Packer games and other sporting events. Interestingly, the iconic cheese hats are legally considered to be a hat. Wisconsin is also known for its output in manufacturing and consumer goods.

In its early days, the Wisconsin state legislature created several ground-breaking laws and government procedures. For example the state was the first to implement a statewide primary election procedure, and the first to establish workplace injury compensation laws. Wisconsin also had the first state income tax system based on actual earnings proportions.

More modernly, Wisconsin's law-making legislature has made legislative activity more transparent by providing information on the internet. Three major cities in Wisconsin provide residents with internet access to all public records in the city databases. The Wisconsin Supreme Court also operates a "Justice on Wheels" program, where it travels to different parts of the state to hear cases. This program helps to educate the Wisconsin population on the inner workings of the state's legal system.

Lawyers in Wisconsin handle many different types of legal claims in various fields. Wisconsin lawyers perform such tasks as representing clients in lawsuits, editing legal documents, and issuing legal advice. Many Wisconsin attorneys are experts in specialized legal fields.