Most defendants in Municipal Court don’t have a lawyer because they say legal representation is too expensive. Those who are represented by counsel fare much better. Between 2011 and 2014, only 8 percent of cases without an attorney were dismissed, while 57 percent involving an attorney were successfully defended.
Special Report: Residents of poor neighborhoods see more than their share of costly municipal citations
The Milwaukee Police Department writes a disproportionate number of citations in the poorest areas of the city, where many residents do not have the means to ever pay their fines.
Youth-serving organizations seek role in city initiative to curb youth violence
Groups that address youth violence at the neighborhood level said the city’s new initiative could have a big impact if it empowers organizations already working on the issue.
Ex-offender training program urges employers to be ‘bigger than profits’
Pro Trade Job Development, a local skilled trades training program, kicked off a push to secure commitments from 100 area employers to employ 100 individuals re-entering society from the criminal justice system.
New group home gives hope to girls transitioning out of trafficking
The first shelter in Milwaukee County dedicated specifically to young girls coming out of sex trafficking opened recently to provide a unique kind of support.
Seven things you should know about MPD’s body camera policy
The Milwaukee Police Department’s new body camera policy covers how the cameras are to be used and where the information will be stored.
MPD chief calls for tougher sentences, gun laws to curb homicides
In a recent public conversation at Marquette University’s Law School Milwaukee Police Department Chief Edward Flynn said the incentives for violence outweigh the sanctions against it for a slice of Milwaukee’s population.
Alderman says Safe Zones success depends on more police cooperation
A new city-funded initiative to intervene before violence happens is making inroads in Garden Homes but to maximize its impact a partnership with Milwaukee police is necessary, says Ald. Ashanti Hamilton.
Safe Zones ambassadors build relationships in Garden Homes
Neighborhood ambassadors in Garden Homes have sparked hope, mediated violence and begun to build trust in the North Side community.
Traveling jail cell captivates youth, community
The Phenomenal Men Support Group utilizes a built-to-scale trailer jail cell to encourage community youth to stay away from activities that would put them behind bars.
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