Intentional Restraint
The state must prove the accused intentionally confined or restrained another person.
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False Imprisonment in Wisconsin
Serious Charges Require Immediate Defense Strategy
False imprisonment allegations often arise from relationship disputes, domestic incidents, roommate conflicts, workplace events, or situations where one person claims they were restrained or prevented from leaving.
Under Wisconsin Statute 940.30, prosecutors must prove intentional confinement or restraint without consent and without lawful authority. A conviction is a felony and can affect liberty, employment, housing, licensing, and reputation.
Elements and Defense Issues
What the State Must Prove
Lack of Consent
The prosecution must prove the alleged victim did not consent to the restraint or confinement.
No Lawful Authority
The state must show the accused had no lawful reason or authority for the alleged conduct.
Proof Beyond Doubt
Witness credibility, context, physical evidence, and timelines can become critical defense issues.
Possible Defenses
False Imprisonment Cases Can Turn on Context
Potential defenses may include consent, lack of intent, no actual confinement, available means of exit, misunderstanding, unreliable accusations, self-defense, protection of another person, or insufficient evidence. Attorney Glenn E. Avena reviews the facts closely before deciding the best defense path.
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Avena Law Office serves clients in Columbia, Dane, Dodge, Fond du Lac, Grant, Green, Green Lake, Iowa, Jefferson, Lafayette, Marquette, Richland, Rock, and Sauk counties.
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