Criminal Defense

Aggressive defense for individuals facing misdemeanor and felony charges in Wisconsin courts.

Do not speak to law enforcement without an attorney present. Contact us immediately after an arrest.

A criminal charge can upend your life in an instant — threatening your freedom, your career, and your reputation. Whether you are facing a misdemeanor or a serious felony, you deserve a defense attorney who will fight for your rights from the moment of arrest through resolution of your case.

At Smith & Associates, we understand that good people find themselves in difficult situations. We investigate the facts independently, challenge unlawful searches and seizures, scrutinize the prosecution's evidence, and pursue every legal avenue to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients.

We handle charges including assault, theft, drug offenses, domestic violence, weapons charges, white-collar crimes, and more. Our goal is always to minimize the impact on your life — whether through dismissal, reduced charges, diversion, or alternative sentencing.

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State law summary

Wisconsin classifies crimes as misdemeanors (Classes A–C) and felonies (Classes A–I). Limited expungement is available under Wis. Stat. § 973.015 for offenders under 25 at the time of offense with sentences of six years or less.

Key statutes

  • Classification of felonies Wis. Stat. § 939.50

    Class A felony: life imprisonment. Class I felony: up to 3.5 years combined.

  • Classification of misdemeanors Wis. Stat. § 939.51

    Class A misdemeanor: up to 9 months and/or $10,000. Class B: up to 90 days and/or $1,000. Class C: up to 30 days and/or $500.

  • Expungement Wis. Stat. § 973.015

    Available at court's discretion for offenders under 25 at time of offense, with a maximum sentence of six years; some offenses excluded.

Source: State_Legal_Data (verified per file). This summary is for general information only and is not legal advice.

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