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Wisconsin Statutes Crimes (Ch. 938 to 951) § 938.39. Disposition by court bars criminal proceeding

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

Disposition by the court of any violation of state law within its jurisdiction under s. 938.12 bars any future criminal proceeding on the same matter in circuit court when the juvenile reaches the age of 17. This section does not affect criminal proceedings in circuit court that were transferred under s. 938.18.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Wisconsin Statutes Crimes (Ch. 938 to 951) § 938.39. Disposition by court bars criminal proceeding - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/wi/crimes-ch-938-to-951/wi-st-938-39/

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