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Form CR-235 Written Explanation of Determinate Life Sentence - Wisconsin
What Is Form CR-235?
This is a legal form that was released by the Wisconsin Circuit Court - a government authority operating within Wisconsin. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is a CR-235 form?
A: The CR-235 form is the Written Explanation of Determinate Life Sentence form used in Wisconsin.
Q: When is the CR-235 form used?
A: The CR-235 form is used to explain the reasons for imposing a determinate life sentence in Wisconsin.
Q: What is a determinate life sentence?
A: A determinate life sentence is a sentence with a fixed number of years, typically a very long term of imprisonment.
Q: Who fills out the CR-235 form?
A: The judge or the parole authority fills out the CR-235 form to provide a written explanation for the determinate life sentence.
Q: Why is the CR-235 form important?
A: The CR-235 form is important as it provides transparency and accountability in the sentencing process for determinate life sentences in Wisconsin.
Q: Are determinate life sentences common in Wisconsin?
A: Determinate life sentences are relatively rare in Wisconsin, as most life sentences in the state are indeterminate, allowing for the possibility of parole.
Q: Can the CR-235 form be used to appeal a determinate life sentence?
A: The CR-235 form itself does not serve as an appeal mechanism, but it can be used as supporting documentation during the appeals process.
Q: Is the CR-235 form confidential?
A: No, the CR-235 form is a public record and can be accessed by the public, unless specific confidentiality measures are ordered by the court.
Q: What should be included in the written explanation on the CR-235 form?
A: The written explanation on the CR-235 form should include the reasons and justifications for imposing a determinate life sentence, such as the seriousness of the offense or the offender's criminal history.
Form Details:
- Released on October 1, 2000;
- The latest edition provided by the Wisconsin Circuit Court;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
Download a printable version of Form CR-235 by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the Wisconsin Circuit Court.
