Legal Question in Traffic Law in Wisconsin

Active Bench Warrants for Operating While Revoked, 3rd Offense

Any time a person turns himself in on active arrest warrants, a lawyer is a good idea. Although one is not required, a judge is apt to favorably view the fact that you had enough concern to hire one, since this indicates that you are taking your legal affairs seriously (for a change). If your OAR's are not OWI related, a good traffic/criminal lawyer should be able to keep you out of jail and possibly even avoid your getting any demerit points, assuming that you can reinstate your license. Missing court and/or picking up a new charge while out on bond for any pending charge, however, can sometimes lead to a totally new charge known as bail jumping. This one is far more serious than operating after revocation, as it is a full blown misdemeanor rather than being a mere traffic misdemeanor, punishable by up to nine months in jail and a $10,000 fine. I have no idea if you are exposed to such a charge or not, but odds are that having a lawyer can help you avoid getting charged with it. These comments are not intended as legal advice for you unless you subsequently retain me.