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J.D. Watts

Aug 9, 2023

Milwaukee County judge dismisses urban planner’s lawsuit against Wauwatosa

The urban planner didn't fit prerequisites for a writ of mandamus for Wauwatosa to hear his appeal, the judge said.

Apr 7, 2016

Judge rules Milwaukee triple-slaying suspect incompetent

A judge ruled Wednesday that a Milwaukee man is incompetent to stand trial in the shooting deaths last month of three of his neighbors.

Aug 29, 2012

Runaway juror fined $300 after Mexican getaway

A runaway juror returned to Milwaukee from a Mexican getaway and headed back to court. But this time, it was to face the judge.

Jun 15, 2012

Group of judges, lawyers files suit over alleged lien harassment

A group of judges and lawyers has sued a Milwaukee man they allege is harassing them by electronically filing bogus lien statements.

Apr 4, 2012

Brookfield attorney gets maximum sentence in foreclosure scam (UPDATE)

A Brookfield attorney who pleaded guilty to felony fraud charges received the maximum sentence allowable Wednesday.

Mar 14, 2012

Inmate screening gets mixed reviews after 2 months

Two months into the use of a comprehensive pretrial screening program for criminal offenders, Milwaukee County Court officials say the program is meeting expectations.

Feb 22, 2012

Brookfield attorney pleads guilty to fraud (UPDATE)

A Brookfield attorney who pled guilty to felony fraud charges on Wednesday could face a stricter sentence structure than normal because of missed court appearances that resulted in his arrest and incarceration.

Jan 10, 2012

Judge sets $1 million bail for Brookfield attorney

A Milwaukee judge set bail at $1 million cash for Thomas Bielinski, the Brookfield attorney arrested in a church last month after skipping two plea hearings.

Dec 28, 2011

Bail hearing set for attorney arrested at church

The Brookfield attorney arrested in a church after skipping two plea hearings last week will return to court Jan. 10.

Dec 21, 2011

Brookfield attorney arrested at church after skipping plea hearing

Authorities on Wednesday apprehended a Brookfield attorney who was wanted by police after skipping two court dates Monday.

Dec 19, 2011

Attorney charged with felony skips plea hearings, warrant issued (UPDATE)

A Brookfield attorney charged with stealing more than $500,000 through a complex foreclosure scam is now a fugitive from the law after skipping court twice Monday.

Oct 19, 2011

Attorney expected to change plea in foreclosure scam case

A Brookfield attorney charged with stealing more than $500,000 through a complex foreclosure scam appears ready to face his fate.

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