Methods of prosecution

Wis. Stat. § 967.05
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(1) A prosecution may be commenced by the filing of: (a) A complaint; (b) In the case of a corporation or limited liability company, an information; (c) An indictment. (2) The trial of a misdemeanor action shall be upon a complaint. (3) The trial of a felony action shall be upon an information.
Source: WI Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/statutes/967.05Fetched: 10/7/2026