Arrest powers; authority

Wis. Stat. § 73.031
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A special agent of the department of revenue who has been certified as a law enforcement officer by the law enforcement standards board and who is on duty may arrest a person under the conditions set forth in s. 968.07. Pursuant to s. 175.38, special agents may investigate violations of s. 945.03 (2m), 945.04 (2m), or 945.05 (1m) in a case in which the department determines that the video gambling machine involved is likely to be used in connection with a violation of s. 945.03 (2m) or 945.04 (2m). A special agent acting under this section is an employee of the department and is subject to its direction, benefits and legal protection.
Source: WI Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/statutes/73.031Fetched: 10/7/2026