Wisconsin Felony Defense Lawyer
Defense of serious Wisconsin felony allegations from investigation through trial, sentencing and appeal.
Defense information by charge
Choose a specific topic for more focused information.
Robbery
Robbery allegations and related evidence issues.
Aggravated Battery
Serious battery allegations and injury-related charges.
Substantial Battery
Wisconsin substantial-battery defense.
Felon in Possession
Firearm-possession allegations involving a prior felony.
Arson
Arson investigations and felony charges.
Reckless Injury
Reckless-injury allegations and contested intent/evidence.
Endangering Safety
Dangerous-conduct and safety-related felony allegations.
Kidnapping
Kidnapping and unlawful-confinement allegations.
Child Abuse
Criminal child-abuse allegations.
Battery to Officer
Battery allegations involving law-enforcement officers.
False Imprisonment
Unlawful-restraint allegations.
Stalking
Stalking allegations and related evidence.
Bribery
Bribery and public-integrity allegations.
Perjury
Allegations involving false sworn statements.
Escape
Escape and custody-related allegations.
Harboring / Aiding
Allegations of assisting or harboring a person accused of a felony.
Every case turns on its own facts and evidence
Felony cases can involve high stakes and extensive evidence. A careful defense starts with the charging documents, discovery, witness accounts, digital evidence and the legality of police investigative steps.
Depending on the case, disputed issues may involve identification, intent, possession, statements, searches, expert evidence, credibility or whether the prosecution can prove each required element. The appropriate strategy depends on the actual record rather than the label placed on the charge.
Robert T. Ruth has practiced criminal defense in Wisconsin since 1993. For information about a particular allegation, use the links above or contact the office.
This page provides general information and is not legal advice. Potential defenses and consequences depend on the facts and current law.