Wisconsin Statutes Police Regulations (Ch. 163 to 177) § 173.24. Reimbursement for expenses

(1) A court shall assess the expenses under this section, minus any amounts paid under s. 173.22(4) (f), in any case in which there has been a search authorized under s. 173.10 or in which an animal has been seized because it is alleged that the animal has been used in or constitutes evidence of any crime under s. 944.18 or ch. 951.

(2) Expenses covered under this section include:

(3) If the person alleged to have violated s. 944.18 or ch. 951 is found guilty of the violation, the person shall be assessed the expenses under subs. (1) and (2). If the person is not found guilty, the county treasurer shall pay the expenses from the general fund of the county.