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A first-offense strangulation in Madison could be penalized with a fine up to $10,000, up to 6 years in prison or both. A second-offense strangulation could increase the maximum fine to $25,000 and the prison sentence to a maximum of 25 years.
Criminal Penalties for Strangulation in Madison
Upon conviction of a felony strangulation charge, a Class H felony comes with a maximum potential of 6 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. If you have been previously convicted of strangulation or another violent crime, you can be charged with a Class G felony, which increases the penalties to 10 years in prison and a $25,000 fine.
Felony Strangulation and Suffocation Laws in Wisconsin
Strangulation is a very serious charge that generally falls under the domestic violence umbrella. While it has not always been a felony in other states, Wisconsin has labeled strangulation as a felony offense, even if this is a first offense.
The law says that anyone “who impedes the normal breathing or circulation of blood by applying pressure on the throat or neck or by blocking the nose or mouth of another person has committed a felony offense.” Strangulation is classified as a Class H felony.
How Long Will a Conviction Stay on Your Record
A felony conviction of strangulation will remain on your record for life. Absent expungement or a Governor’s pardon, a strangulation conviction will haunt you forever. Further, the implications of having a felony on your record will have a huge impact too. Do not risk it by handling your case alone.
How to Beat Strangulation Charges
Contact a Madison criminal defense attorney to look into the legal issues that surround strangulation and create the most successful defense possible. Pulling a case apart to find the weak spots is the best way to poke holes in the State’s evidence against you. Grieve Law domestic violence attorneys will look deep into your case and be sure to pull out every piece of important information. We serve clients from Sun Prairie, Middleton, Monona, Verona, Fitchburg and throughout Dane County.
