Tag: Public order

What is resisting an officer? Resisting an officer obviously refers to actual physical interference.  This can be confused with obstructing an officer, which conversely refers to non-physical interference. Section 946.41(1) of the Wisconsin Statutes prohibits resisting an officer.  That section reads: “… whoever knowingly … obstructs an officer while such officer is doing any act…

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What is obstructing an officer? Section 946.41 of the Wisconsin Statutes defines this offense: “… whoever knowingly resists or obstructs an officer while such officer is doing any act in an official capacity and with lawful authority if guilty of a Class A misdemeanor.” A Class A misdemeanor is punishable by 9 months in jail,…

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Bomb scares charges?  The defense team at Van Severen Law Office have experience defending this charge at trial. Bomb scares are a crime that isn't very commonly charged in Wisconsin.  And because the crime is the lowest possible level felony, it's often reduced to misdemeanor charges during plea negotiations.  But sometimes you're looking to take...CONTINUE READING