Evidentiary burden

Wis. Stat. § 551.503
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(1) Civil. In a civil action or administrative proceeding under this chapter, a person claiming an exemption, exception, preemption, or exclusion has the burden to prove the applicability of the claim. (2) Criminal. In a criminal proceeding under this chapter, a person claiming an exemption, exception, preemption, or exclusion has the burden of going forward with evidence of the claim.
Source: WI Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/statutes/551.503Fetched: 10/7/2026