Criminal Justice (Victims' Rights)

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 1098: Relating to: depositing tires on private property and providing a penalty.

This bill makes it a Class A misdemeanor to intentionally leave four or more tires on someone else's private property. It requires the person who committed the violation to pay the property owner the actual cost of properly disposing of the tires. The law creates new sections in the state statutes to establish these penalties and restitution requirements. The measure aims to address the problem of abandoned tires on private land by providing clear legal consequences for offenders.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes criminal penalties for abandoned tires, strengthening law enforcement authority and protecting property rights through clear legal consequences.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Victims' Rights

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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 953: Relating to: Internet crimes against children administrative subpoenas for the crime of sexual extortion when the crime victim is a child. (FE)

SB 953 defines sexual extortion involving child victims as a violation under existing statute 942.095. It specifically applies when the victim is a child, as defined in statute 948.01(1), clarifying that such cases fall under this legal category. The bill creates a new statutory reference (165.505(1)(bg)3.) to ensure these offenses are properly categorized under current law. This procedural change directly affects law enforcement and prosecutors handling internet crimes against children.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeClarifies legal categorization for prosecuting child sexual extortion, aiding law enforcement in handling internet crimes against children.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Victims' Rights

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failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 1055: Relating to: a victim protective services grant program and making an appropriation. (FE)

AB 1055 creates a grant program to fund crime victim protective services, including temporary housing, for law enforcement agencies and prosecutors' offices. It allocates $2,572,900 for the 2025-26 fiscal year (with $2,574,100 for 2026-27) from the Justice Department's budget. The Department of Justice will administer the program, developing grant criteria without needing formal rulemaking, and will add one full-time staff position to manage it. This bill directly affects agencies providing support to individuals who have been victims of crime.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $2.5M for victim protective services grant program from Justice Dept budget, directly increasing public service funding within state fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill allocates $2.5M for victim protective services grants, directly funding victim support within criminal justice system per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Law Enforcement Victims' Rights

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failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 873: Relating to: funding for crime victim services and making an appropriation. (FE)

AB 873 increases annual funding for crime victim services by $17,101,350 for both fiscal years 2025-26 and 2026-27, totaling $34.2 million over two years. It specifically allocates $4,025,800 to convert 17 existing full-time positions (FED) to permanent positions (GPR) within the Department of Justice. This funding directly supports state-run crime victim services programs that assist individuals impacted by crime. The bill makes no changes to eligibility or service scope - only increases the budget for existing programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases state funding for crime victim services by $34.2M over two years through direct budget appropriation, supporting public services.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill increases funding for crime victim services by $34.2M over two years, directly supporting state-run victim programs within the criminal justice system.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Victims' Rights

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signed · Wisconsin · Assembly Apr 9, 2026

AB 964: Relating to: Internet crimes against children administrative subpoenas for the crime of sexual extortion when the crime victim is a child. (FE)

AB 964 clarifies that online sexual extortion targeting children falls under existing law by specifying it as a violation of Section 942.095 when the victim is a child (as defined in Section 948.01). This bill directly affects law enforcement agencies investigating internet crimes against children, enabling them to issue administrative subpoenas to internet companies for relevant data without a court order. The key provision streamlines the process for obtaining evidence from online platforms in cases where children are victims of sexual extortion. It does not create new penalties but ensures these cases are explicitly covered under current statutes for investigative efficiency.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEnables law enforcement to issue administrative subpoenas for child sexual extortion cases without court order, streamlining investigations and strengthening enforcement capabilities against internet crimes against children.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Law Enforcement Victims' Rights

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 821: Relating to: forensic examinations done on a crime victim to gather evidence, modifying administrative rules relating to reimbursement for forensic examinations, and making an appropriation. (FE)

AB 821 creates a $2.5 million biennial grant program to help health care facilities recruit and retain staff who perform forensic exams on crime victims. It requires facilities to establish new positions, recruitment programs, or training for providers conducting exams related to domestic abuse or strangulation cases. The bill also revises reimbursement rules to ensure health care providers receive payment for exam costs (including STD testing/treatment) regardless of whether victims cooperate with law enforcement. This directly affects health care facilities and providers who conduct these forensic examinations for victims of specific offenses.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates $2.5M biennial grant for forensic exam staff recruitment and revised reimbursement rules, directly funding public service program.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds forensic exam staff and ensures reimbursement for victim services, advancing victim-centered criminal justice reform through improved evidence collection and provider support.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds healthcare facilities for forensic exam staff recruitment/retention and ensures reimbursement for STD testing/treatment, supporting patient access to care.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Domestic Violence Law Enforcement Victims' Rights

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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 844: Relating to: forensic examinations done on a crime victim to gather evidence, modifying administrative rules relating to reimbursement for forensic examinations, and making an appropriation. (FE)

SB 844 creates a $2.5 million biennial grant program to help healthcare facilities recruit and retain providers who conduct forensic exams for sexual assault, domestic abuse, or strangulation cases. It requires facilities to establish new positions or programs for these exams and guarantees reimbursement to providers regardless of whether victims cooperate with law enforcement. The bill modifies reimbursement rules to cover all exam costs (including STI prevention treatments) up to a $3,000 maximum per exam, adjusted annually for inflation. This directly affects healthcare facilities providing these services in counties needing additional exam providers.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $2.5M biennial grant for forensic exam services, directly funding public health programs through state appropriation.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds forensic exam programs for victims, guarantees reimbursement regardless of police cooperation, advancing victim-centered criminal justice reform.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $2.5M for healthcare facility staffing/funding to conduct forensic exams, guarantees full reimbursement for services including STI treatment, directly advancing patient access to critical healthcare services.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Domestic Violence Law Enforcement Victims' Rights

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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 881: Relating to: funding for crime victim services and making an appropriation. (FE)

SB 881 increases annual funding for crime victim services by $17.1 million for fiscal years 2025-26 and 2026-27, directed to the Department of Justice. This appropriation supports statewide victim services programs, including counseling, legal advocacy, and emergency assistance for crime victims. The bill also allocates $4.0 million to convert 17 existing FED (funded employee) positions to GPR (general purpose revenue) positions within the Department. These changes directly affect crime victim service providers and the Department of Justice’s capacity to deliver support.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly increases $17.1M annual funding for crime victim services and allocates $4M for position conversion, directly advancing public service funding under government spending.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeIncreases funding for crime victim services (counseling, legal advocacy) and converts positions to support victim programs within criminal justice system, aligning with reform indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Victims' Rights

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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 894: Relating to: a victim protective services grant program and making an appropriation. (FE)

SB 894 creates a new grant program to fund crime victim protective services, directly benefiting crime victims and the agencies serving them. It allocates $2.57 million biennially (starting 2025-26) from the Justice Department budget to provide grants to law enforcement agencies and prosecutors. These grants will cover services like temporary housing for victims of crime. The bill also authorizes one new full-time position at the Justice Department to administer the program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $2.57M biennially from Justice Department budget to fund victim protective services grants, directly advancing public service funding through budget appropriations.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds victim protective services via grants, directly supporting crime victims and agencies within criminal justice system.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Law Enforcement Victims' Rights

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passed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 66: Relating to: dismissing or amending certain criminal charges and deferred prosecution agreements for certain crimes.

AB 66 restricts prosecutors from dismissing or amending certain criminal charges without court approval. It applies to specific "covered crimes," including domestic abuse violations, certain violent offenses (like those under s. 940.198 or 941.29), and crimes listed in Chapter 948. Prosecutors must seek court approval for any dismissal or amendment, and courts can only approve if the action aligns with deterring these crimes. The bill also prohibits deferred prosecution agreements for individuals charged with covered crimes. This policy change directly affects prosecutors, courts, and defendants facing charges for the listed offenses.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRestricts prosecutors from dismissing serious crimes (domestic abuse, violent offenses) without court approval to deter crime, strengthening accountability for violent offenses.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Sentencing Victims' Rights

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