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

Wis. Stat. § 942.05: Opening letters.

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  1. Chs. 939-951, Criminal Code
  2. Chapter 942 Crimes Against Reputation, Privacy And Civil Liberties

Whoever does either of the following is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor:

(1) Knowing that he or she does not have the consent of either the sender or the addressee, intentionally opens any sealed letter or package addressed to another; or

(2) Knowing that a sealed letter or package has been opened without the consent of either the sender or addressee, intentionally publishes any of the contents thereof.

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