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Misdemeanor defense
Disorderly conduct, theft, battery and other common charges.
West Bend / Washington County, WI
West Bend
Criminal Defense Lawyer Think beyond the sentence.
A criminal case affects more than the court's sentence. Jobs, professional licenses and housing can all be touched. VHD Law's West Bend office helps you weigh those consequences while defending the case.
Helping clients in West Bend and Washington County
ServingWest Bend, Wisconsin
CountyWashington County
VHD OfficeWest Bend
Practice FocusCriminal Defense
The support you need to move forward
The consequences that don't show up in the sentence.
When people think about a criminal charge, they think about fines, probation or jail. But a conviction can also affect employment background checks, professional licenses, immigration status, housing applications and more. Those collateral consequences often matter as much as the penalty itself.
Good decisions in a West Bend criminal case take them into account. Whether to negotiate, which offense to resolve the case on or whether to go to trial can look very different once you understand what each outcome would mean for your work and your future. We talk about that from the first meeting.
Two resolutions can carry similar penalties and very different futures.
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List what is at stake
Your job, any professional license, immigration status and housing plans.
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Avoid new problems
Follow all release conditions and keep quiet about the case online.
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Ask about record options
Find out whether expunction or other relief could apply in your situation.
Criminal Defense matters
Criminal defense in
Washington County.
Our West Bend office represents clients charged with misdemeanors and felonies in the Washington County Circuit Court.
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Felony defense
Drug, property and other felony charges, from preliminary hearing to trial.
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Collateral consequences
Identifying how an outcome may affect employment, licenses and other parts of life.
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Negotiations
Discussing amended charges or alternative resolutions with the prosecutor when appropriate.
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Trial representation
Preparing and presenting your defense if the case goes to trial.
Legal guidance for your community
Criminal cases in West Bend
Washington County criminal cases are heard at the Justice Center in West Bend. Our office is on South 5th Avenue, nearby, so meetings before and after hearings are easy to arrange.
Charges here come from West Bend police, the Washington County Sheriff and departments in Germantown, Hartford, Jackson and other communities.
Call our West Bend office to schedule a consultation and bring your complaint and court notices.
Find Wisconsin court contact informationYour attorney can explain which local court or agency is involved once the details of your matter are known.
What happens next
A defense built around your life.
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Learn your situation
We ask about your work, licenses and family so we understand what is at stake.
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Review the case
We examine the complaint, the reports and the evidence.
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Compare the options
We explain how each possible outcome could affect you beyond the courtroom.
A closer look at your options
Criminal Defense for West Bend, Washington County.
Employers and licensing boards look at records differently. A charge that is amended, dismissed or expunged may be treated very differently from a conviction, so the details of a resolution matter.
If you hold a professional license, check your reporting obligations and bring that information to your consultation.
Attorneys for your legal issue
Experienced Wisconsin counsel.
Get to know the VHD Law attorneys who work in this practice area. Contact our team to discuss appointments and your legal needs.
Criminal Defense & DUI / OWI
Nathan J. Dineen
Nathan represents clients facing criminal allegations and DUI/OWI matters in Wisconsin.
View Attorney ProfileFrequently asked questions
Questions about criminal defense in West Bend?
Questions West Bend clients ask about criminal charges and their consequences.
Will a conviction show up on background checks?
In most cases, Wisconsin court records are publicly available online and convictions may appear in background checks. Expunction, when available, changes how a record is treated.
Do I have to report a charge to my licensing board?
It depends on the profession and the board's rules. Some require reporting of charges or convictions within a set time. Check your obligations and ask your attorney.
Where will my case be heard?
Washington County criminal cases are heard in the Washington County Circuit Court at the Justice Center in West Bend.
Can I meet at your West Bend office?
Yes. Our West Bend office is at 246 S 5th Ave., near the Justice Center.
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Let’s talk about your next step
A good next step starts
with a conversation.
Facing a criminal charge in West Bend? Schedule a consultation at our West Bend office to talk about your case and your future.