Wis. Const. art. I, § 7. Excessive bail shall not be required, nor shall excessive fines be imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted. Rights of accused

In all criminal prosecue Bureau. Published August 5, 2026. Click for the Coverage of t 608.504.5801 or lrb.legal@legis.wisconsin.gov. Published Aug 3 tions the accused shall enjoy the right to be heard by himself and counsel; to demand the nature and cause of the accusation against him; to meet the witnesses face to face; to have compulsory process to compel the attendance of witnesses in his behalf; and in prosecutions by indictment, or information, to a speedy public trial by an impartial jury of the county or district wherein the offense shall have been committed; which county or district shall have been previously ascertained by law.