Wisconsin · Wisconsin Statutes — Criminal Code (Ch. 939–951)
Wis. Stat. (Criminal Code) § 946.12: Misconduct in public office
What this law says, in plain English
A public officer or employee who intentionally fails mandatory duties, acts beyond lawful authority, exercises discretionary power dishonestly, falsifies official records, or solicits improper payment is guilty of a Class I felony.
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