Tracey Wood & Associates

11/06/2026

While Wisconsin lawmakers continue to debate ma*****na legalization and record expungement without passing a measure into law, legalizing cannabis is slated to be a priority for the upcoming legislative session.

A change in Wisconsin's legislature is expected to bring recreational ma*****na legalization, with lawmakers considering regulations, business priorities, and lessons from other states.

10/30/2026

A Wisconsin pardon officially restores specific civil rights lost due to a felony conviction, including the right to hold public office and, unless specifically excluded, the right to possess a fi***rm under state law (though separate federal fi***rm restrictions may still apply). While a pardon does not expunge or seal criminal records, it serves as an official act of forgiveness that helps remove statutory employment barriers and enables recipients to qualify for certain professional licenses. In Wisconsin, both the right to vote and the right to serve on a jury do not require a pardon, as they are restored automatically upon the completion of a person’s sentence, including probation, parole, or extended supervision. Governor Tony Evers recently granted an additional 206 pardons, bringing his total since taking office to 2,443.
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10/12/2026

The Fourth Amendment of the Constitution protects the people against “unreasonable searches and seizures.” In Oklahoma, a federal judge ruled that a police officer violated the Fourth Amendment rights of a woman suspected of drug trafficking by using Flock’s license plate surveillance database to track her movements across state lines without probable cause or a warrant. The ruling echoes arguments raised in a recent Wisconsin lawsuit that has moved to federal court, which asserts that police must have probable cause and obtain a search warrant before using Flock’s surveillance network to track an individual’s movements.

A judge says warrantless police searches made using Flock’s license plate readers violate Americans’ Fourth Amendment rights.

10/01/2026

Steven Avery and his nephew, Brendan Dassey, were convicted in the 2005 murder of Teresa Halbach, a case that gained international attention through Netflix’s Making a Murderer series. Both have applied for sentence commutations through Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers’ Commutation Advisory Board, which can recommend shortening their sentences but cannot overturn their convictions.

Steven Avery and Brendan Dassey have applied for sentence commutations in Wisconsin, continuing their efforts after convictions in the Teresa Halbach murder case.

09/22/2026

Another year. Another well-deserved Best Lawyers® recognition for Teuta Jonuzi.

We’re proud to celebrate Teuta, once again recognized by Best Lawyers® for her work in criminal defense, OWI, and appeals.

Teuta has earned a reputation among her peers and throughout the legal community for taking on some of the most challenging, high-stakes criminal cases. Her thorough, detail-oriented approach and commitment to being better prepared than the opposing side in court have led to the best possible outcomes time and time again for the clients she defends.

09/16/2026

Congratulations to our very own Joshua Hargrove on being named among The Best Lawyers in America® for another year for his work in criminal defense, OWI, and appeals.

Joshua has earned a reputation among his peers and throughout the legal community as a relentless and highly prepared advocate known for exhaustive case preparation, aggressive defense strategies, and a refusal to settle for anything less than the best possible outcome for the clients he defends.

09/11/2026

Congratulations to Tracey Wood on once again being named to The Best Lawyers in America! Tracey has earned this distinction for more than a decade for her work in criminal defense, OWI/DUI defense, and appeals.

Known throughout the legal community as a foremost authority in criminal defense, Tracey is an accomplished author, respected legal advocate, and appointed arbitrator for the State Bar of Wisconsin. Above all, she has built her career around protecting the rights of the accused and pursuing the best possible outcomes for her clients.

09/10/2026

Colorado forensic scientist sentenced to 10 years for misreporting criminal evidence.

Prosecutors filed more than 100 charges against former crime lab scientist Yvonne Woods after an internal investigation uncovered irregularities calling into question a decade’s worth of lab test results.

08/28/2026

Wisconsin collects police use-of-force data, but inconsistent reporting practices across local departments make the data difficult to interpret reliably.

This story was produced and originally published by Wisconsin Watch, a nonprofit, nonpartisan newsroom. A Madison police officer's fatal shooting of 38-year-old Corey Ruiz in July was the department's first ...

08/19/2026

Wisconsin prisons are struggling to improve mental healthcare.

The Wisconsin Department of Corrections reports obstacles in the way of recommended reforms to prison mental health treatment