Legal Question in Criminal Law in Wisconsin

What standards are parole and probation agents held to in Wisconsin? What ethics, guidelines, and codes of conduct are they supposed to adhere to? What checks and balances are in place to protect those that report to the agants? If there is corruption and collusion used by the agents, DCC, judges, lawyers, et al, what can the ex-imate do? If the DCC's own standard of care is not met or maintained, how does the ex-inmate get the services that have been witheld?


Asked on 2/24/10, 10:31 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

JAY Nixon nixon law offices

Your question requires detailed legal research and is therefore innappropriate for this online forum; you will need to hire an attorney to provide you with the answers. However, generally speaking, probation agents (PO's) in WI have god like powers over their probationers. "Collusion" alone is probably not prohibited, since the operations of the entire state department of corrections are a form of collusion. The entire court system and law enforcement are a part of that conspiracy. On the other hand, corruption (i.e., accepting of bribes) probably is prohibited and can certainly lead to termination for employment for any agent guilty of it, in addition to criminal charges. Failing to provide proper care may lead to a private civil cause of action through the courts if it can be proven. However, there are extensive restrictions upon litigation by inmates in WI. Frivolous litigation can sometimes lead to added incarceration time (aka "bad time.").My comments in this online forum are offered for public educational purposes only and are not legal advice, nor do they create any attorney/client relationship between us. However, I may be able to formally represent you if you contact my Racine office and make arrangements to retain me. I also represent clients throughout WI.

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Answered on 3/04/10, 5:42 am
JAY Nixon nixon law offices

Your question requires detailed legal research and is therefore inappropriate for this online forum; you will need to hire an attorney to provide you with the answers. However, generally speaking, probation agents (PO's) in WI have god like powers over their probationers. "Collusion" alone is probably not prohibited, since the operations of the entire state department of corrections are a form of collusion. The entire court system and law enforcement are a part of that conspiracy. On the other hand, corruption (i.e., accepting of bribes) probably is prohibited and can certainly lead to termination for employment for any agent guilty of it, in addition to criminal charges. Failing to provide proper care may lead to a private civil cause of action through the courts if it can be proven. However, there are extensive restrictions upon litigation by inmates in WI. Frivolous litigation can sometimes lead to added incarceration time (aka "bad time.").My comments in this online forum are offered for public educational purposes only and are not legal advice, nor do they create any attorney/client relationship between us. However, I may be able to formally represent you if you contact my Racine office and make arrangements to retain me. I also represent clients throughout WI.

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Answered on 3/04/10, 5:42 am


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