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DNR will repeal rule barring fi****ms while fishing after legal challenge.

DNR will repeal rule barring fi****ms while fishing after legal challenge Anglers are now off the hook if they carry a firearm while fishing after the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has agreed to repeal a regulation preventing them from doing so.

A new study finds that law enforcement agencies in Wisconsin underutilize federal tools for tracking guns.
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Authorities in Wisconsin say that the focus on the roadways in July will be on reckless driving, as it is the DOT's Law of the Month.

'We have seen a culture of reckless driving form in Wisconsin': WisDOT targeting reckless driving (WFRV) – Authorities in Wisconsin say that July’s focus on the roadways will be on reckless driving as it is the DOT’s Law of the Month. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation…

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Justin Timberlake's bartender confirmed that he only had one drink. Stay tuned as we continue to follow this case closely.

Bartender Confirms Justin Timberlake Had Just One Martini at American Hotel Before Arrest (Exclusive) A bartender at the American Hotel in New York told PEOPLE on June 22 that Justin Timberlake had one martini while hanging out at the venue before the singer was arrested and booked on DWI charges on June 18.

Anyone can be accused of impaired driving, even if they are innocent. Justin Timberlake has pled not guilty and is determined to challenge the accusations against him.

Video appears to show Justin Timberlake driving before arrest in Sag Harbor Surveillance video appears to show a vehicle that matches the description of the one that Justin Timberlake was driving, and headed in the direction where he was pulled over by police in Sag Harbor, N.Y. Police have not confirmed the vehicle in this video is Timberlake’s. Timberlake was arrested o...

In a high-profile Atlanta case, a defense attorney adamantly refused to divulge privileged information, choosing not to reveal the source of his knowledge about an alleged meeting between a witness, prosecutors, and the judge. His refusal resulted in him being taken into custody for contempt.

Young Thug's Lawyer Taken Into Custody on Contempt Charge Young Thug's lawyer was held in contempt after refusing to say how he learned about an alleged meeting between a witness, prosecutors, and the judge.

Warden of prison in Wisconsin, 8 others, arrested following multiple deaths at the facility.

Warden of prison in Wisconsin, 8 others, arrested following multiple deaths at the facility WAUPUN, Wis. (WFRV) – The warden, as well as eight others, at Waupun Correctional Institution, were arrested and were charged following a lengthy investigation. The Dodge County Sheriff& #8217…

It is unfortunate that law enforcement often jumps to conclusions, arresting and charging citizens with crimes that have no merit. This can happen to everyday people and recently occurred with pro golfer Scottie Scheffler. Fortunately, since he had a skilled defense attorney in his corner, his charges were dropped before his arraignment.

Charges against world's top golfer Scottie Scheffler dropped after arrest outside PGA Championship Criminal charges against Scottie Scheffler have been dismissed, ending a legal saga that began with images of the world’s top golfer being arrested and handcuffed in Louisville during the PGA Championship.

Our firm is honored to have been a sponsor for this week's event with the Wisconsin Justice Initiative, featuring a talk by Ben Austen, author of Correction: Parole, Prison, and the Possibility of Change.

Events Corrections: How we change the story of criminal justice in America

A Brady list is a record of police officers with credibility issues, such as dishonesty or misconduct, that prosecutors must disclose to defense attorneys to ensure a fair trial. A recent investigation found that many district attorneys' offices do not consistently maintain or share these lists, resulting in a lack of transparency and accountability. The investigation uncovered over 360 instances of officer misconduct across 31 counties, highlighting the need for a uniform system in Wisconsin.
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A new law in Wisconsin requires wedding barns to obtain either a permit or license to legally sell or allow alcohol, starting in 2026. This has inspired a couple of wedding barns to sue the state, seeking to block the enactment of the new law.

Wisconsin wedding barns file lawsuit against state for new law requiring liquor license MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Two wedding barns have sued the state of Wisconsin over a new law that would require them to get liquor licenses in order to continue hosting events.In the dairyland, empty barns can

An investigation into a flaw in the Wisconsin law. Unlicensed drivers are racking up tickets, not charges.

Flaw in the Law: Wisconsin drivers get tickets, instead of charges, for no license The second time a driver gets pulled over without a license they should be charged. Instead, they're getting away with traffic ticket after traffic ticket.

Harvey Weinstein’s convictions in New York have been overturned.

Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 R**e and S*xual Assault Convictions in New York Overturned Weinstein, now 71, was found guilty in February 2020 of criminal sexual act in the first degree and r**e in the third degree in a New York City courtroom. He was subsequently sentenced to 23 years in prison, but now his conviction has been overturned.

We are delighted to announce that our distinguished partner, Joshua Hargrove, has been invited to New Orleans to teach and present on investigations, effective litigation, and successful trial strategies in sexual assault cases to peer criminal defense attorneys from across the nation at a legal conference, alongside co-presenter Attorney Kathy Stilling, on April 25th, titled "Law and All That Jazz." Congratulations Joshua!

We are delighted to share the wonderful news that our esteemed partner, Teuta Jonuzi, has been appointed as a faculty member at the National College for DUI Defense. Teuta's unwavering determination, drive, and enthusiasm, combined with her dedication to educating others through prior teaching engagements, have led to her invitation to join the faculty. She will use the same tactics that she employs to defend her clients at Tracey Wood and Associates to instruct peer criminal defense attorneys across the country. Please join us in congratulating Teuta on this remarkable achievement!

A gender bias sparks debate over fairness in the justice system for women.

Did Prosecutors’ S*x Shaming Help Send Brenda Andrew to Death Row? WASHINGTON — During his closing argument in the 2004 murder trial of Brenda Andrew in Oklahoma, a prosecutor dangled her thong underwear before the jury. She had packed the undergarment for a trip to Mexico a few days after her estranged husband was killed. The prosecutor, Gayland Gieger, said the...

Legislation was recently signed that strengthens protections for students against strip searches and sexual misconduct in Wisconsin.

Evers signs legislation to protect students against strip searches and sexual misconduct • Wisconsin Examiner Gov. Tony Evers signed education-related legislation Friday, including a measure to tighten protections for students against strip searches.

Seclusion and restraint in Wisconsin schools are topics of discussion among many, including lawmakers.

'Districts should not torture children': Seclusion and restraint in Wisconsin schools • Wisconsin Examiner The practices continue across Wis., and recently some lawmakers sought unsuccessfully to loosen restrictions meant to protect children.

Ensure your Saint Patrick's Day is safe by opting for a rideshare app or hailing a cab. With increased police patrols expected this weekend, it's wise to plan your transportation in advance.

A Wisconsin bill would give schools grants for artificial intelligence software designed to detect guns and other weapons.

Wisconsin bill would give schools grants for gun detection software The measure cleared Wisconsin's Assembly with bipartisan support, but some critics are raising privacy concerns.

A Philadelphia man is coming home after spending 44 years behind bars. The defense attorney working on the case asserts that this wrongful conviction was due to bad detectives who would coerce witnesses to lie.
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The credibility of bite mark evidence has come under increased scrutiny in recent years, yet it is still used in courts. This form of forensic science has led to many wrongful convictions.

Bite mark analysis has no basis in science, experts now say. Why is it still being used in court? "It's garbage," said Keith Harward, who spent 33 years in prison for r**e and murder based on bite mark evidence before DNA exonerated him.

A lawyer who cited a nonexistent lawsuit dreamed up by ChatGPT not only had her client’s case dismissed, but may face disciplinary action and have to pay $8,000 in the other side’s legal bills.

ChatGPT's mistakes could cost N.Y. lawyer an $8K punishment NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) - A lawyer who cited a nonexistent lawsuit dreamed up by ChatGPT not only had her client’s case dismissed, but may face disciplinary action and have to pay $8,000 in the other side’s legal bills.

In Wisconsin's prisons, a severe shortage of guards has led to significant disruptions, including inmate escapes, frequent lockdowns, and deteriorating conditions.

10 Guards, 900 Inmates and the Dire Results of Warnings Ignored An extreme shortage of guards at Wisconsin’s prisons has slowed basic operations to a crawl. Inmates escaped, prisons locked down and conditions deteriorated.

A new law has been introduced that aims to stop prisons and jails from using restraints on women who are giving birth and for a period after they have had their baby. This law would also set new standards for the care that women receive after they have a baby while in custody.

New bill would limit shackling women in labor, but not earlier Democrats introduced an anti-shackling bill hours after the Cap Times published an investigative report on the practice. It's narrower in scope than past bills.

Concern is mounting in the United States over the rising number of arrests mistakenly made through facial recognition technology. One individual has initiated legal action against Macy’s and Sunglass Hut, asserting that an inaccurate match in their system was the cause of his unjust arrest and the assault that he endured while in custody.
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Officials at The United Nations are calling upon Alabama to call off the ex*****on of a person on death row by nitrogen hypoxia, a method unproven and potentially torturous under international treaties.
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Happy New Year from Tracey Wood & Associates!