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Wisconsin · Through 2023-24 Wisconsin Statutes updated through 2025 Wis. Act 247 (published 9-4-26)

Wis. Stat. § 938.39: Disposition by court bars criminal proceeding.

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  1. Ch. 938, Juvenile Justice Code
  2. Chapter 938 Juvenile Justice Code
  3. SUBCHAPTER VII PERMANENCY PLANNING; RECORDS

Disposition by the court of any violation of state law within its jurisdiction under s. 938.12 bars any future criminal proceeding on the same matter in circuit court when the juvenile reaches the age of 17. This section does not affect criminal proceedings in circuit court that were transferred under s. 938.18.

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