02-1076-CR State v. Koenig

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Although defendant contends that there is no adequate definition of ‘dating,’ we disagree because a recently enacted definition of “dating relationship” set out in Wis. Stat. sec. 813.12(1) provides that a ‘Dating relationship’ means a romantic or intimate social relationship between 2 adult individuals but ‘dating relationship’ does not include a casual relationship or an ordinary fraternization between 2 individuals in a business or social context. …

“Based on the language of Wis. Stat. § 813.12(1)(ag), Koenig has fair and adequate notice that she must introduce to her agent any person with whom she is involved in an intimate social relationship. Not only does the statute differentiate between a ‘romantic or intimate social relationship’ and ‘a casual relationship or an ordinary fraternization,’ but common sense would also lead one to arrive at that distinction. Therefore, when Koenig is involved in something more than a platonic relationship with someone of the opposite sex, she must introduce that person to her agent.”

Order affirmed.

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Dist II, Manitowoc County, Deets, J., Nettesheim, P.J.

Attorneys:

For Appellant: Patrick Flanagan, Milwaukee

For Respondent: Lara M. Herman, Madison; John E. Dobogai III, Manitowoc