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Grieve Law’s criminal defense lawyers in Baraboo advocate for clients charged with crimes in courts throughout Wisconsin. With multiple offices located near the Baraboo area, Grieve Law is ready to stand up for you. Since 2013, our attorneys have built a reputation for strong results and assertive legal representation. Our firm focuses on OWI matters as well as drug-related, misdemeanor, and felony cases.
Our Baraboo criminal defense team works to have your charges minimized or dismissed whenever possible. To pursue this, we develop a strategic defense tailored to the specific details of your situation. Because several of our attorneys are former prosecutors, we understand how the state may approach your case and how to counter it. Take control of your future and reach out to us for a free consultation. If you or someone you care about is facing criminal accusations, contact our Baraboo office to learn how we can help reduce or eliminate the charges against you.
Grieve Law’s team of criminal defense lawyers is experienced in dropping and reducing criminal charges of all kinds. Our Baraboo criminal defense experience includes:

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Wisconsin & Top 40 Under 40 in Wisconsin

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Clients' Choice Award for DUI Defense & Top Attorney Criminal Defense
Wisconsin Rising Star
Legal Superstars Award & Top Criminal Defense Attorneys in the Country
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If you face criminal charges, contact a trusted criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible, after receiving your charges. Acting early lets your attorney build a strong defense, gather evidence, and challenge the prosecution’s case. Once you are convicted, it is impossible or extremely difficult to get charges off of your record. Time is critical when protecting your rights and future.
Many defendants believe they have no chance when the evidence seems stacked against them. However, that’s not true. Our experienced attorneys identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s case, negotiate favorable plea deals, and even get charges dismissed entirely.
Whether you face a misdemeanor or a felony charge, having legal representation is essential. Misdemeanors may be less severe than felonies, but they can still lead to penalties such as jail time, fines, and a permanent criminal record. Felony charges are more serious, often resulting in long prison sentences and life-altering consequences.
Regardless of the charge’s severity, early and proactive legal representation can significantly affect your case’s outcome. Take control of your defense—your future may depend on it. Remember: You Are Only Guilty If You Are Convicted.®
In Baraboo, Wisconsin, as in the rest of the state, a misdemeanor is a criminal offense that is less severe than a felony but more serious than a civil infraction. Misdemeanors are punishable by:
Common examples of misdemeanor offenses include:
Wisconsin classifies misdemeanors into three classes (A, B, C, and U) based on the severity of the crime, with corresponding penalties:
For those facing misdemeanor charges in Baraboo, it’s essential to have experienced legal representation to navigate the complexities of the law. Grieve Law’s Baraboo criminal defense lawyers are expert attorneys with extensive experience handling all types of Wisconsin misdemeanors.
A felony conviction in Baraboo, Wisconsin, carries severe penalties, including long state prison sentences and significant fines. Felonies are more serious than misdemeanors and have lasting consequences. Individuals convicted of felonies often face restrictions on basic rights, such as voting, owning firearms, and finding stable employment.
Wisconsin categorizes felonies into nine classes (A through I) based on the severity of the crime, with corresponding penalties:
Felony convictions can result in probation, community service, or mandatory rehabilitation programs, depending on the circumstances of the case.
If you’re facing felony charges in Baraboo, you need a strong legal advocate. The criminal defense lawyers are skilled trial lawyers with a proven history of defending felony cases. We work tirelessly to navigate the legal system, reduce or dismiss charges, protect your rights, and secure the best possible outcome for your case.
Regardless of your charge, Grieve Law’s attorneys will defend you aggressively. You have constitutional rights and our award-winning team of attorneys will ensure your rights are intact. In addition to your rights, we’ll also defend your reputation. Wisconsin’s CCAP system allows anyone–potential employers, friends, and family members–to access your case information. If you are convicted, you may live with a public record for the rest of your life. When your case gets dismissed, your charges will be removed from CCAP after two years.
Our Baraboo defense attorneys will go down every possible avenue for your case to get you the best possible outcome. Grieve Law attorneys win reduced charges, full dismissals, and industry awards for our results.
Grieve Law client charged with carrying a concealed weapon got his charges dismissed because his attorney successfully argued that having the gun in the locked compartment was the safest way to transport the weapon.
Read MoreA first offense OWI was dismissed after Grieve Law successfully argued there was no probable cause to place a client under arrest.
Read MoreThe prosecutor agreed to reduce a criminal offense for OWI Causing Injury, which requires mandatory jail time, down to a non-criminal OWI First Offense, avoiding jail time entirely.
Read MoreFollowing a win at jury trial and a successful argument to the judge at sentencing, what started as a Hit and Run Causing Great Bodily Harm resulted in a traffic citation for Hit and Run - Property Adjacent to Highway resulting in just a fine.
Read MoreA Grieve Law client obtained a verdict of not guilty after their attorney argued the field sobriety tests were not conducted properly and were contaminated by the client’s ongoing medical issues.
Read MoreA third OWI was dismissed after Grieve Law successfully argued to the Wisconsin Court of Appeals that the officer did not have legal authority to execute a traffic stop.
Read MoreWe provide free legal consultations to anyone facing criminal charges in the Baraboo area. Meet with one of our criminal defense attorneys, and we will discuss your situation and next steps. After your free consultation, we will gather evidence and build the best defense to help beat and reduce your charges. We will represent you in court and guide you on how to present yourself and your case for the best outcome.