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Criminal Appeals Unit

The Criminal Appeals Unit represents the state in all felony appeals before the Wisconsin Court of Appeals, the Wisconsin Supreme Court and the United States Supreme Court.  The unit represents the state in the above courts in appeals arising from sexual predator commitments as well as selected misdemeanor, traffic and juvenile cases.  It defends state criminal convictions against collateral attack in federal habeas corpus litigation, and advises the Governor on extradition matters.  The unit works closely with the state’s local prosecutors, providing training, support and legal advice.  The unit also reviews and drafts legislation affecting the criminal justice system.

Links:

Wisconsin Court System http://www.wicourts.gov/

United States Court of Appeals http://www.ca7.uscourts.gov/

Supreme Court of the United States http://www.supremecourtus.gov/

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