Wisconsin Statutes 967.05 – Methods of prosecution
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Terms Used In Wisconsin Statutes 967.05
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.
- Indictment: The formal charge issued by a grand jury stating that there is enough evidence that the defendant committed the crime to justify having a trial; it is used primarily for felonies.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
(1) A prosecution may be commenced by the filing of:
(a) A complaint;
(b) In the case of a corporation or limited liability company, an information;
(c) An indictment.
(2) The trial of a misdemeanor action shall be upon a complaint.
(3) The trial of a felony action shall be upon an information.