Criminal defense lawyers in Stoughton, WI
Criminal defense attorneys for OWI, misdemeanors, felonies and juvenile cases in Madison and Dane County.
No criminal defense lawyers listed for Stoughton yet
None list Stoughton as a service area yet, but the businesses below work across the Madison area. Call and ask whether they come to Stoughton.
Criminal defense lawyers serving the Madison area
Mandell & Ginsberg Attorneys at Law
306 East Wilson Street, Madison
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Choosing a criminal defense lawyer in the Madison area
If you've been arrested or charged, talk to a lawyer before talking to investigators. You have the right to remain silent and the right to counsel.
In Wisconsin, a first-offense OWI is usually a civil violation rather than a crime, though it still carries license, fine and insurance consequences. It can be criminal from the start if a child under 16 was in the vehicle or someone was hurt, and repeat offenses are criminal. A lawyer who regularly handles Dane County OWI cases can explain the realistic outcomes.
If you can't afford a lawyer, you may qualify for representation through the Wisconsin State Public Defender, which applies its own financial test. For private counsel, ask whether they charge a flat fee or by the hour, and what happens to the fee if the case goes to trial.
This guide is general information, not legal advice.