A Class G felony in Wisconsin carries serious legal consequences with penalties of up to 10 years in state prison and fines reaching $25,000 (Wis. Stat. § 939.50). Crimes classified under this category include third-degree sexual assault, homicide by negligence, and fifth offense OWI. A conviction can permanently impact your future, restricting employment opportunities, civil rights, and personal freedom. If you have been charged with a Class G felony, securing an aggressive, knowledgeable defense attorney is critical to protecting your rights. Grieve Law is prepared to fight for you.

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Types of Class G Felonies

Class G felonies in Wisconsin include a range of offenses, many of which involve reckless or repeat-offense behaviors. Grieve Law has defended clients charged with: 

• Third-Degree Sexual Assault
• Fifth-offense OWI
• Homicide by negligence with a firearm or motor vehicle
• Strangulation (second offense)
• Theft of property valued over $10,000
• Possession of a firearm with a prior felony conviction
• Endangering safety with a dangerous weapon
• Second-Degree Reckless Endangerment
• Possession of less than 1 gram of cocaine with intent to sell
• Possession of 1 to 2.5 kg of marijuana with intent to sell

A Class G felony conviction can lead to severe legal and personal consequences. Prosecutors will seek the harshest penalties possible, but Grieve Law knows how to challenge their case, expose weaknesses, and work toward reduced or dismissed charges. If you’ve been accused of a Class G felony in Wisconsin, you are only guilty if you are convicted™. Call Grieve Law today for a free consultation.

 

Defenses for a Class G Felony in Wisconsin

A Class G felony charge is not a guaranteed conviction. Grieve Law builds strategic defenses at every stage of the legal process to fight the charges. Our defense strategies include: 

• Challenging Probable Cause: At the preliminary hearing, prosecutors must establish probable cause for the charges. If law enforcement lacked justification for your arrest or relied on unreliable evidence, the case may be dismissed before trial. 
• Examining Constitutional Violations: If the police conducted an unlawful search, seizure, or interrogation, evidence may be ruled inadmissible. We analyze whether your rights were violated at any point. 
• Motion Hearings: Filing pre-trial motions to dismiss charges or suppress unlawfully obtained evidence can significantly weaken the prosecution’s case. If procedural mistakes were made at your initial court appearance, we will leverage them to your advantage. 
• Challenging Prior Convictions in Repeat Offender Cases: Some Class G felonies, like fifth offense OWI or felon in possession of a firearm, rely on prior convictions to escalate penalties. We examine whether previous offenses were validly used to increase charges. 
• Questioning Intent or Self-Defense: Certain crimes, such as reckless endangerment or firearm-related charges, may involve self-defense claims or lack of criminal intent, which can lead to dismissal or charge reductions. 

At Grieve Law, we examine every aspect of the case, from your initial appearance in court through trial, ensuring no legal violation goes unchallenged.

References: Classification of felonies: Wisconsin Statute § 939.50 (2025)