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Wisconsin judge rules against use of absentee ballot drop boxes for statewide elections

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A Wisconsin county judge Thursday granted an injunction against the use of absentee ballot drop boxes in statewide elections. In June 2021, the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty filed a lawsuit on behalf of two Wisconsin residents, challenging the legal status of the drop boxes.

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Wisconsin diocese sues state corrections department over COVID-19 restrictions

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The Archdiocese of Wisconsin filed suit Friday against the Wisconsin Department of Corrections (DOC), alleging that the department’s COVID-19 policy restricting ministers’ access to prisoners violates state law.

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Wisconsin and North Carolina ban TikTok from state devices

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The governors of Wisconsin and North Carolina Thursday signed executive orders banning the use of the Chinese video-sharing application TikTok owned by Bytedance Inc. ” The post Wisconsin and North Carolina ban TikTok from state devices appeared first on JURIST - News.

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Federal court rules Wisconsin redistricting case can proceed

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A three-judge panel of the US District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin on Thursday denied Republicans’ request to dismiss a redistricting lawsuit brought by Democrats. According to experts, Wisconsin’s maps are among the most gerrymandered maps in the country.

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Wisconsin high court holds using ballot drop boxes illegal under state statutes

JURIST

The Wisconsin Supreme Court has held that using ballot drop boxes is illegal under state statutes. The case came about when two Wisconsin citizens filed a suit challenging the validity of two documents released by the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC). ” Defending the drop boxes were, among others, the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, Disability Rights Wisconsin and the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin.

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Retired Wisconsin judge fatally shot by suspect he sentenced to prison

JURIST

Retired Wisconsin judge John Roemer was shot and killed Friday by a suspect he sentenced to prison in 2005, prompting a call from the American Bar Association for increased judicial security.

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Wisconsin Supreme Court broadens eligibility to possess license to carry concealed weapon

JURIST

The Supreme Court of Wisconsin Friday unanimously ruled on the issue of individuals allowed to possess a license to carry a concealed weapon (CCW license) in the state, in effect broadening the eligibility.

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Wisconsin’s AG Is Launching A Huge Toxic Tort Suit

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The post Wisconsin’s AG Is Launching A Huge Toxic Tort Suit appeared first on Above the Law. Government Environment / Environmental Law PFAS WisconsinHas anyone else noticed that their cheese is VERY water resistant?

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“Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates pledge to uphold rule of law”

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Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates pledge to uphold rule of law”: Mitchell Schmidt of the Wisconsin State Journal has this report. And Scott Bauer of The Associated Press reports that “ Partisan-backed Wisconsin court candidates vow to be fair.” ” The post “Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates pledge to uphold rule of law” appeared first on How Appealing

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Wisconsin Car Accident Trends

LegalReader

The safest months to drive are January, February, and March, so keep this in mind when driving in Wisconsin. And look out for deer.

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Wisconsin Initiative Seeks to Install Naloxone Boxes in Public Areas

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“Here’s who’s running for the Wisconsin Supreme Court”

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“Here’s who’s running for the Wisconsin Supreme Court”: Alexander Shur of The Wisconsin State Journal has this report. The post “Here’s who’s running for the Wisconsin Supreme Court” appeared first on How Appealing

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“How Did State Supreme Court Races Get So Expensive? Wisconsin’s is only the latest example.”

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Wisconsin’s is only the latest example.” Wisconsin’s is only the latest example.” “How Did State Supreme Court Races Get So Expensive? ” Nathaniel Rakich of FiveThirtyEight has this report. The post “How Did State Supreme Court Races Get So Expensive? ” appeared first on How Appealing

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“Outcomes in Wisconsin Supreme Court race, challenge to abortion law seen as inextricably linked”

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“Outcomes in Wisconsin Supreme Court race, challenge to abortion law seen as inextricably linked”: Alexander Shur of The Wisconsin State Journal has this report. The post “Outcomes in Wisconsin Supreme Court race, challenge to abortion law seen as inextricably linked” appeared first on How Appealing

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Wisconsin Supreme Court strikes down governor’s mask mandate

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The Wisconsin Supreme Court on Wednesday dealt a blow to Democratic governor Tony Evers when it struck down his statewide mask mandate. ” She concluded that the decision “hampers the ability of governors to safeguard the health and lives of the people of Wisconsin.” ” The post Wisconsin Supreme Court strikes down governor’s mask mandate appeared first on JURIST - News - Legal News & Commentary.

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Supreme Court of Wisconsin rejects property insurance claim for COVID-19-related losses

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The Supreme Court of Wisconsin Wednesday ruled that a Milwaukee-based coffee roster cannot file property insurance claims for COVID-19-related income losses. Uncategorized covid-19 Domestic insurance insurance policy restauraunt wisconsin Wisconsin Supreme Court

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US Supreme Court reverses Wisconsin court ruling on legislative maps

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The US Supreme Court Wednesday reversed a decision by Wisconsin’s Supreme Court selecting state legislative districts drawn by the governor while also allowing the use of the governor’s congressional district map.

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Wisconsin Supreme Court refuses to purge voters from rolls

JURIST

On Friday, the Wisconsin Supreme Court issued a ruling on whether the Wisconsin Elections Commission has a duty to remove voters who may have moved from the rolls, holding that it is not a duty for the commission. A Wisconsin circuit court had previously ruled that the removal of such voters was a duty of the commission before a court of appeals reversed the holding. Wisconsin liberals have claimed that the policy could remove voters who should remain on the lists.

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“Wisconsin attorney general won’t enforce any abortion ban”

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Wisconsin attorney general won’t enforce any abortion ban”: Scott Bauer of The Associated Press has this report

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Wisconsin Supreme Court rules capacity limit on bars, restaurants, other businesses is invalid

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The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled on Wednesday that the Department of Health Services (DHS) lacked authority to limit capacities for indoor public gatherings. In a 4-to-3 decision, the Wisconsin Supreme Court found that the order was invalidly enacted and met the definition of a rule.

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‘This Is Where I’d Have Biden’s Debt Relief, If It Wasn’t For Those Darned Black People,’ Says Wisconsin Institute For Law And Liberty

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The post ‘This Is Where I’d Have Biden’s Debt Relief, If It Wasn’t For Those Darned Black People,’ Says Wisconsin Institute For Law And Liberty appeared first on Above the Law. Spite still has a handhold on politics.

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Does Wisconsin Have Dram Shop or Social Host Liability Laws?

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Wisconsin Brewery Plans Class Action Lawsuits Against Local School Districts

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Lawsuits & Litigation bangstad Covid-19 lawsuit litigation Minocqua Brewery Company politics waukesha school district WisconsinThe lawsuits claim that some districts have violated students' constitutional rights by rescinding mask mandates.

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Wisconsin Sued for Barring Clergy Visits to Prisoners

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A conservative legal group has filed a lawsuit against the Wisconsin Department of Corrections, which had prevented prisoners from meeting clergy amidst the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

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Wisconsin taxpayers ask US Supreme Court to block Biden student loan forgiveness program

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A group of Wisconsin taxpayers Wednesday filed an emergency appeal to the US Supreme Court to temporarily block the Biden administration’s student loan forgiveness program.

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“A Wisconsin Supreme Court race holds high stakes for abortion rights and the 2024 election”

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“A Wisconsin Supreme Court race holds high stakes for abortion rights and the 2024 election”: Tierney Sneed and Fredreka Schouten of CNN have this report. Adam Edelman of NBC News reports that “ Democrats see a prime chance to take control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court; Democrats haven’t had a majority on it in 15 years, but they see concerns over abortion access and voting rights as key opportunities to take back control.”

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Policing Pregnancy: Wisconsin’s ‘Fetal Protection’ Law Forces Women Into Treatment or Jail

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Tamara Loertscher arrived at the Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Wisconsin on Aug. The Taylor County Department of Human Services had issued a request for temporary physical custody under Wisconsin Act 292, dubbed the Unborn Child Protection Act. Wisconsin’s confusing standard.

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Wisconsin Leads Nation in Imprisonment of Black Adults: Report

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A new report, authored by the Sentencing Project has found that Wisconsin imprisons Black residents at a higher rate than any other state in the country, reports the Wausau Pilot & Review. One of every 36 Black Wisconsin adults is in prison, the report found.

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Justices reverse Wisconsin court ruling that increased majority-Black districts in state legislature

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Share The Supreme Court on Wednesday threw out a ruling by the Wisconsin Supreme Court that adopted a redistricting plan submitted by the state’s governor, Democrat Tony Evers, for seats in the state’s legislature. The Wisconsin legislature (along with a group of four voters) came to the U.S.

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Conservative Voters File Redistricting Lawsuits in Wisconsin

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The lawsuits seek to uphold conservatives' electoral advantage in Wisconsin, despite demographics now favoring Democrats. Political Litigation

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“Wisconsin Republicans to appeal redistricting case to U.S. Supreme Court”

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Wisconsin Republicans to appeal redistricting case to U.S. Supreme Court”: Patrick Marley has this article in today’s edition of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

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“Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race holds high stakes. Here’s a breakdown of issues the next court could hear, from abortion to voting rules.”

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Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race holds high stakes. The post “Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race holds high stakes. Here’s a breakdown of issues the next court could hear, from abortion to voting rules.” ” Corrinne Hess of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel has this report. Here’s a breakdown of issues the next court could hear, from abortion to voting rules.” ” appeared first on How Appealing

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“Wisconsin legal group petitions U.S. Supreme Court to block Joe Biden’s loan forgiveness plan”

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Wisconsin legal group petitions U.S. The post “Wisconsin legal group petitions U.S. Supreme Court to block Joe Biden’s loan forgiveness plan”: Kelly Meyerhofer of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel has this report. Supreme Court to block Joe Biden’s loan forgiveness plan” appeared first on How Appealing

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“Wisconsin Supreme Court agrees to hear case over COVID-19 restrictions”

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Wisconsin Supreme Court agrees to hear case over COVID-19 restrictions”: Patrick Marley of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel has this report. And Allison Garfield, Jessie Opoien, and Scott Girard of The Cap Times report that “ Wisconsin Supreme Court will hear challenge to Dane County mask mandate ”

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“In the wake of Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade, Wisconsin is living in 1849; Wisconsin’s 1-year-old legislature banned abortion in 1849, making it a felony to provide abortion care unless the life of the mother is in danger; Last year, this ban took effect again”

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Wade, Wisconsin is living in 1849; Wisconsin’s 1-year-old legislature banned abortion in 1849, making it a felony to provide abortion care unless the life of the mother is in danger; Last year, this ban took effect again”: U.S. “In the wake of Supreme Court overturning Roe v.

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“Wisconsin Supreme Court questions capacity limits order”

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Wisconsin Supreme Court questions capacity limits order”: Scott Bauer of The Associated Press has a report that begins, “Wisconsin Supreme Court justices on Thursday questioned the legality of an order issued by the state’s top health official limiting how many people can gather in bars and restaurants given the court’s decision earlier this year that a similar order needed legislative approval

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“Wisconsin Supreme Court rejects Republican-backed effort on redistricting rules”

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Wisconsin Supreme Court rejects Republican-backed effort on redistricting rules”: Molly Beck of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel has this report. In today’s edition of The Wisconsin State Journal, Riley Vetterkind has a front page article headlined “ Wisconsin Supreme Court declines to adopt Republican-backed redistricting rules.”

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