Kidnapped or missing persons; false information

Wis. Stat. § 946.48
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(1) Whoever sends, delivers, or causes to be transmitted to another any written or oral communication with intent to induce a false belief that the sender has knowledge of the whereabouts, physical condition, or terms imposed upon the return of a kidnapped or missing person is guilty of a Class H felony. (2) Violation of this section may be prosecuted in either the county where the communication was sent or the county in which it was received.
Source: WI Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/statutes/946.48Fetched: 10/7/2026