Wisconsin · Wisconsin Statutes — Criminal Code (Ch. 939–951)

Wis. Stat. (Criminal Code) § 941.299: Restrictions on the use of laser pointers

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

Wisconsin law prohibits intentionally directing laser pointer beams at law enforcement officers, correctional officers, wardens, or other people without legitimate purpose, or in ways that alarm, intimidate, threaten, or disrupt events. Violations of the officer/warden provision are Class B misdemeanors; other violations are Class B forfeitures.

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