Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Lawsuit Decries Lack of State Public Defenders

‘Constitutional crisis’, backlog of 35,000 cases because of shortage.

Bill Allows Testimony Via Video, Phone

Opponents say it violates defendants’ right to confront witnesses against them.

Community Partners and Legislators Coalesce to Introduce a New Vision for Pre-Trial Detention

Advocacy partners oppose cash bail expansion questions on April 4th ballot and propose a legislative solution

Gov. Evers Appoints Lisa McDougal to the Richland County Circuit Court

Gov. Evers Appoints Ryan Hetzel to the Washington County Circuit Court