Stangl Law Offices

10/22/2024

Thank you, Jason, for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review:

"I researched a lot of attorneys before making my decision to call Pat, but after reading reviews like mine, reading through the wealth of information on his website, and watching his videos, the decision was easy. This was my first time going through a situation like this and he answered my many questions promptly and helped steer me through this process. I know he's working on many cases and some more severe than mine, but he never made me feel like my case was less important. Honestly, it was the best decision I ever made. He handled the entire case and represented me throughout the case without me having to attend any court dates. He was able to get me the best outcome possible in this situation and I am very thankful for him and his team's dedication to my case!!"

★★★★★ "I researched a lot of attorneys before making my decision to call Pat, but after reading reviews like mine, reading through the wealth of information on his website, and watching his videos, the decision was easy. This was my first time going through a situation like this and he ans...

10/22/2024

Thank you, Blake, for the kind words:

"I hired Pat for my OWI and drug charge case. Pat is very professional, demonstrated great knowledge of OWI & other laws in Wisconsin and genuinely wanted to get the best outcome for my case. He promptly answered all of the questions I had along the way and made me feel like my case was no less important than others he was working on. He handled my entire case and was able to get me the best possible outcome given the circumstances. Very thankful for him and his team for the time and effort put into my case."

★★★★★ "I hired Pat for my OWI and drug charge case. Pat is very professional, demonstrated great knowledge of OWI & other laws in Wisconsin and genuinely wanted to get the best outcome for my case. He promptly answered all of the questions I had along the way and made me feel like my case ...

04/19/2023

A Stangl Law Success Story:

Adding to the hundreds of OWI-PAC and criminal victories, Attorney Stangl recently won yet another felony OWI/PAC felony drunk driving case.

In this case, his client was charged with an OWI-PAC 4th offense with an alleged concentration seven times over the legal limit. The client was facing not only a felony conviction but a potential prison sentence.

Attorney Stangl successfully mounted what is known as a collateral attack on a prior Columbia County conviction and successfully argued to the court and proved that his client was not properly advised of his constitutional rights in the previous case. As a result, the State was not able to enhance the client’s charges into a felony. Wisconsin’s OWI-PAC penalties are enhanced for successive convictions, meaning as prior convictions mount the penalties, including fines, license revocation, and jail/prison sentences are increased.

In this case, Attorney Stangl’s client escaped a felony conviction and the case was successfully resolved with significantly less penalties and a misdemeanor conviction.

If you are facing felony OWI-PAC charges, don’t lose hope. Contact Attorney Stangl at Stangl Law Offices, S.C., a law firm that has successfully defended hundreds of OWI-PAC and criminal cases.

03/01/2023

Thank you for the kind words, Alex.

"As someone dealing with a second OWI, I cannot be more grateful that I was referred to Pat Stangl. I’m also fairly young (under 25), so I was very concerned how this was going to alter my future. From our initial conversation to my final hearing, knowing I had Pat on my side gave me a great sense of relief. Any question I had during the 11 month process, he was happy to answer; not to mention keeping me up to date with all the information I needed to know. Based on BAC and it being considered an aggravated offense, I was looking at months in jail and thousands of dollars in fines. Through his incredible knowledge of the law and experience in this field, I was sentenced to just 15 days of electronic monitoring and a $400 fine. I cannot be more grateful to Pat for this amazing deal and the chance to continue on with my life. I never thought I’d be dealing with a second OWI but I’ve made some stupid decisions; Pat helped me get through this potentially life-altering mistake. I highly recommend him for anyone dealing with an OWI - you will not regret it."

★★★★★ "As someone dealing with a second OWI, I cannot be more grateful that I was referred to Pat Stangl. I’m also fairly young (under 25), so I was very concerned how this was going to alter my future. From our initial conversation to my final hearing, knowing I had Pat on my side gave ...

02/27/2023

Thank you for the kind words, Troy.

"Worth every penny! I hired stangl for a felony OWI, and felony possession case I caught charges for up in Hayward Wisconsin. I was definitely looking at some prison time, and a felony that would have weighed me down for the rest of my life. Thanks to Stangl, and some changes I made in my life, he got me a really good deal. 45 days in jail, and in the end I walked away without a felony."

★★★★★ "Worth every penny! I hired stangl for a felony owi, and felony possession case i caught charges for up in hayward wisconsin. I was definetly looking at some prison time, and a felony that would have weighed me down for the rest of my life. Thanks to stangl, and some changes i made i...

02/27/2023

Welcome to our page. Stangl Law Offices, S.C. is a full-service criminal defense law firm serving clients across Wisconsin.

Attorney Pat Stangl, recognized for his success in OWI and criminal defense, has been defending clients against a wide range of criminal charges since 1991, including drug charges, fraud, federal crimes, and much more. He provides skillful, thorough, and proven legal defense for clients facing criminal charges and seeking appeals.

With over 30 years of experience defending clients against a wide range of criminal offenses, Stangl Law continues to build upon its strong record of success.

If you, a family member, or someone you know has been charged with a crime or crimes in Wisconsin, a strong defense is critical to protecting your freedom and your constitutional rights.

Use this link to fill out the form to request your FREE 10-minute consultation at no obligation right away.

Stangl Law can help you get fair treatment, whether this is your criminal offense or you have prior convictions.

01/27/2022

Thank you for the kind words.

"I was facing a first offense DUI with a .12 BAC. The officer pulled me over for what he thought was an inoperable license plate bulb at 2:30 in the morning. Through Pat's due diligence, decades of experience, and knowledgeable acquaintances he was able to get the DUI charge dropped prior to a jury trial by proving the officer made an illegal stop. I highly recommend Pat as he will ensure all bases are covered in your case regardless of the situation."

★★★★★ "I was facing a first offense DUI with a .12 BAC. The officer pulled me over for what he thought was an inoperable license plate bulb at 2:30 in the morning. Through Pat's due diligence, decades of experience, and knowledgeable acquaintances he was able to get the DUI charge dropped ...

01/01/2022

OWI Defense FAQ: Why am I being charged with TWO crimes?

In Wisconsin, the traditional offense is “operating under the influence of an intoxicant” (OWI). In recent years, however, 49 states have also enacted a second, so-called “per se” offense: driving with an excessive blood alcohol concentration (either .08%–as in Wisconsin–or .10% in some other states). In Wisconsin BOTH offenses are charged unless a person refuses the chemical test; however, forcible blood draws are permissible under certain circumstances in Wisconsin and can still result in a PAC charge even if you initially refuse.

Read more OWI FAQs here:

Get answers to frequently asked questions or FAQs from Madison Criminal Defense Attorney Pat Stangl of Stangl Law Offices, specializing in OWI and DUI defense.

12/25/2021

If you or a loved one is facing OWI charges and you find Wisconsin's laws complex and confusing, read our simple guide to penalties:

This simple Wisconsin OWI penalties chart breaks down the potential penalties and other consequences of drunk driving (OWI) charges in Wisconsin, and why it's critical to contact an attorney for help as soon as possible.

12/13/2021

A Stangl Law Client Testimonial:

“I made a terrible mistake which resulted in me getting indicted in federal court. Luckily Attorney Stangl accepted the case and represented me in the matter. He fought very hard for me and is extremely knowledgeable and thorough. He was able to demonstrate that they miscalculated my advisory guideline range and the court agreed with everything Attorney Stangl argued. In this very serious case, thanks to him, I did not do any jail even though I was looking at a potential significant term of imprisonment which needless to say would have further complicated an already bad situation. The quality of his representation is unsurpassed and exceeded any and all of my expectations.”

- N.S.

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Criminal Defense Attorney has earned a reputation among his clients as an outstanding Wisconsin DUI lawyer and outstanding criminal defense attorney in Madison.

12/10/2021

In the state of Wisconsin, using someone else’s identity without permission—whether belonging to an individual or business—is considered a felony.

Penalties for identity theft in Wisconsin can include serving time in jail, paying fines, being charged restitution and serving probation.

Learn more here:

Identity theft is a felony in Wisconsin. Learn the two key laws that define identity theft in Wisconsin and what to do if charged with identity theft.

12/01/2021

OWI Defense FAQ: Do I have a choice of chemical tests? Which should I choose?

"In Wisconsin, you do not have a choice of a blood, breath or urine test. Rather, the arresting agency determines what their primary test will be—blood or breath. While the law allows for urine tests, due to their unreliability, they are not used in Wisconsin. Since you don’t have a choice of tests, the question becomes the chance of registering a high BAC-Blood/Breath Alcohol Concentration against the consequences for refusing. If you submit to the primary test offered by the arresting agency, you have the absolute right to the alternative test free of charge. The officer cannot interfere with your right to that alternative test or it can lead to suppression of the test results. You should always request the alternative test."

Read more OWI FAQs here:

Get answers to frequently asked questions or FAQs from Madison Criminal Defense Attorney Pat Stangl of Stangl Law Offices, specializing in OWI and DUI defense.