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Violence-related crimes in Glendale, Wisconsin, could include burglary, armed robbery, dangerous use of a weapon and other crimes. First-degree reckless injury, under Wis. Stat. 940.23, is a Class D felony with penalties that could reach a $100,000 fine and/or up to 25 years in prison.
If you are facing domestic violence charges in Glendale or Whitefish Bay, call Grieve Law's criminal defense attorneys for a free consultation.
The consequences of a domestic violence charge will depend on the criminal battery charge you are facing. The most common domestic abuse charge is a misdemeanor battery.
A battery charge in Whitefish Bay can bring up to 9 months in jail and a $10,000 fine. Aggravated battery may result in 15 years in prison and fines up to $50,000.
Wisconsin statute 940.19 defines battery as causing bodily harm with intent and without the other person’s consent. Battery becomes a felony when the harm is more serious, such as broken bones, concussions or lasting injuries.
Common battery enhancers include use of a dangerous weapon or a domestic violence tag. Both can increase jail time and impact long-term consequences. Even minor charges may be elevated based on the severity of injuries and the interpretation of intent.
A battery conviction will remain on your record permanently and may also come with firearm restrictions. Beating a battery charge often involves showing you acted in self-defense or challenging claims of intent or injury severity. Grieve Law attorneys closely examine every angle of a case to reduce or dismiss charges.
In Glendale, Wisconsin, false imprisonment is defined under Wis. Stat. 940.30 as "whoever intentionally confines or restrains another without the person's consent," and is a Class H felony with a maximum penalty of a $10,000 fine, up to 6 years in prison or both. A conviction results in a permanent felony record and the temporary loss of civil rights like voting.
False imprisonment charges often arise during heated domestic disputes, especially when one person takes away a phone, blocks an exit or prevents a call to 911. Any effort to control movement or communication can lead to serious charges. A domestic violence enhancer can escalate penalties, adding a lifetime firearm restriction and additional surcharges.
To beat a false imprisonment charge in Wisconsin, you need an attorney experienced in domestic violence defense who can challenge the claim of confinement, show a lack of intent or dispute the nature of consent. Grieve Law has a proven record of success defending clients across Milwaukee County and will fight to protect your rights.
Strangulation is charged as a Class H felony in Wisconsin and could be penalized with a $10,000 fine, 6 years in prison or both. A second-offense strangulation could be penalized with a fine up to $25,000 and a prison sentence of up to 25 years. A felony strangulation conviction will stay on your record for life.
To convict, prosecutors must show you intentionally impeded someone’s breathing or blood flow by applying pressure to their neck or covering their mouth or nose. You do not need to leave visible marks for charges to be filed. Even light pressure or brief interference with breathing may qualify. Police often rely on statements from the alleged victim and photos of red marks or bruising.
Defending against strangulation charges means challenging the intent or disputing whether breathing was actually impeded. Grieve Law’s defense attorneys in Glendale and Whitefish Bay know how to break down definitions and develop defenses focused on the facts. A strong legal strategy could prevent a felony conviction and preserve your future.
Homicide penalties in Whitefish Bay are categorized into 8 categories under Wisconsin state statutes. First-degree intentional homicide could lead to life in prison, and a second-degree reckless homicide could mean up to 25 years in prison, up to a $100,000 fine or both. Charges like negligent homicide or homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle range from Class G to Class C felonies, depending on prior history and the number of victims involved, potentially leading to decades in prison and fines reaching hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Homicide convictions stay on your record permanently and result in lifelong firearm restrictions and suspended voting privileges during any active sentence. Felony murder can also apply when someone dies during the commission of another felony, such as kidnapping, false imprisonment, or aggravated battery, dramatically increasing the stakes.
Grieve Law defends clients facing homicide charges with proven strategies, including self-defense, defense of others, or challenging intent in intoxication-related incidents. Our attorneys understand the elements prosecutors must prove and build targeted defenses to help clients avoid the harshest outcomes.
In Wisconsin, domestic violence charges often include additional bundled offenses to increase penalties. The combination of domestic violence with drug charges, sexual assault, false imprisonment, misdemeanor or felony battery, or firearm offenses can dramatically escalate consequences. Even allegations without accompanying charges can irrevocably damage one’s life and reputation.
The defense attorneys at Grieve Law have extensive experience fighting domestic violence cases in Glendale and securing dismissals or reductions. We understand the nuances of domestic abuse allegations and build meticulous defenses to aggressively challenge the claims. With Grieve Law on your side, you have accomplished advocates working to prevent life-altering penalties.
According to Wisconsin State Statute 968.075, To secure a domestic violence conviction, prosecutors must establish two key elements to secure a domestic violence conviction.
A strong defense therefore requires disproving one or both of these components.
Legally, “domestic” encompasses any current or former cohabitants, including romantic partners, parents, children, roommates and anyone you previously shared a residence with no matter how long ago.
An experienced domestic violence attorney scrutinizes the relationship history and specifics of the alleged incident to undermine the domestic or violent aspects. We use strategic legal advocacy and meticulous case-building to avoid domestic violence convictions.
In domestic violence charges, “violence” encompasses more than just physical harm. Threats, perceived threats and property damage from anger can all potentially be deemed violent acts. For example, breaking a roommate’s belongings during an argument could lead to domestic violence charges, even without physical contact.
The broad definition means questionable allegations of domestic violence are common. An experienced attorney can scrutinize the claims and argue they do not meet the legal standard. Strategically disproving the violence element can get charges dismissed.
If you face domestic violence allegations in Milwaukee County, it’s crucial to contact a skilled attorney quickly. Quick action maximizes time to build your defense before the court date approaches.
Police in Wisconsin must make an arrest for suspected domestic abuse against a spouse, former spouse, cohabitant, former cohabitant or co-parent if they believe:
Domestic abuse includes sexual assault, causing injury or pain or actions making the victim fear harm.
After a domestic abuse arrest, the accused sees a judge or posts bail prior to release. A 72-hour no-contact order is automatically imposed, prohibiting contact with the alleged victim or residence, unless waived in writing. Violating the no-contact order leads to additional charges punishable by up to 9 months in jail and a $10,000 fine.
Do not take chances with domestic abuse allegations. The accomplished domestic violence defense attorneys at Grieve Law aggressively fight charges and work to avoid penalties through meticulous case-building and strategic legal advocacy.
Disorderly conduct charges in Wisconsin can stem from a wide range of behavior and carry long-term consequences even for first-time offenders. In Glendale and Whitefish Bay, police have broad discretion when making arrests and charges may arise even when no one was directly harmed. Though a citation may seem minor, it still appears on background checks and can affect employment, housing and other opportunities. More serious charges may include domestic violence enhancers and lead to felony penalties.
Under Wisconsin Statute 947.01, disorderly conduct includes any public or private behavior likely to cause or provoke a disturbance. Charges may result from fighting, threats, profane or indecent language, unlawful assembly or unreasonably loud noise. Even private disputes can lead to arrest, especially if tempers flare or neighbors report a problem.
A concealed carry license does not protect you from a disorderly conduct charge if the weapon is used in a way police consider aggressive or threatening. Cases involving domestic situations may include a domestic violence enhancer, which leads to a 72-hour no-contact order and permanent loss of firearm rights upon conviction.
A standard disorderly conduct charge is a Class B misdemeanor with penalties up to 90 days in jail and a $1,000 fine. If tied to unlawful assembly or domestic conflict, it may become a Class A misdemeanor with up to 9 months in jail and a $10,000 fine. In rare felony-level cases, such as those involving dangerous weapons or repeated conduct, penalties can reach 15 years in prison and fines up to $50,000. Grieve Law’s criminal defense attorneys work to reduce the impact of disorderly conduct charges through aggressive representation focused on facts and legal strategy.
If you face domestic violence charges in Wisconsin, it is vital to have an experienced Glendale criminal defense attorney defending you.
Often, allegations stem from two scenarios - the alleged victim fabricated or exaggerated the story, or the physical contact was self-defense. Police tactics can manipulate defendants into admitting contact, falsely taken as admitting guilt. If accused, your first step should be retaining an experienced Milwaukee County defense lawyer with a proven record of protecting clients’ rights.
Contact our Glendale domestic violence defense lawyers for a FREE consultation.
Even if a criminal charge with a domestic violence enhancer is expunged, the lifetime ban of possessing a firearm will stay on your record forever. An expungement only seals the conviction, it does not remove it.
It is important to have a Whitefish Bay attorney by your side who is not only aggressive but may be able to help you avoid criminal charges and/or the lifetime ban for firearms. Our team of attorneys will be able to help you with all of these things. You are only guilty if you are convicted. Our criminal defense attorneys will go down every path necessary to get you the best results possible. Since 2013, Grieve Law has dropped or reduced charges for hundreds of clients facing domestic abuse, drug, gun and first offense DUI charges.
