Wisconsin Criminal Law Manual offers comprehensive coverage of the Wisconsin Criminal Code and Criminal Procedure statutes. This manual includes key sections on Crimes Against Life and Bodily Security, Crimes Against Public Health and Safety, and Crimes Against Property. Notable areas include detailed provisions on vehicle-related offenses, weapons regulations, and public peace maintenance. The manual also addresses crimes against reputation, privacy, and civil liberties, as well as specific chapters on gambling, government-related offenses, and crimes against children.
The manual's depth extends to procedural laws governing criminal proceedings, from commencement through trial, sentencing, and appeals. Key procedural chapters cover bail, preliminary proceedings, and specific regulations related to sex crimes and the commitments of sexually violent persons. This resource serves as a crucial tool for law enforcement officers, providing up-to-date statutory annotations and an extensive index for quick access to legal references and legislative changes.
Wisconsin Traffic Law Manual provides an extensive overview of traffic-related statutes in Wisconsin. Key sections include general provisions on vehicle registration, title and anti-theft laws, operators' licenses, financial responsibility, and both civil and criminal liability related to vehicles. Detailed chapters cover the rules of the road, including driving, overtaking, passing, right-of-way, and regulations on stopping and parking. The manual also addresses equipment requirements for vehicles, size, weight, and load regulations, and the powers of state and local authorities.
In addition to vehicle laws, the manual includes provisions for specific topics such as snowmobiles and habitual traffic offenders. Key areas such as reckless and drunken driving, accidents and accident reports, and financial responsibility requirements are given thorough coverage to ensure law enforcement has the necessary tools for effective traffic law enforcement. This comprehensive guide serves as an essential resource for law enforcement officers, providing up-to-date statutory annotations, an extensive index, and a detailed table of contents for quick access to pertinent legal information.