Wisconsin Statutes 23.63 – Officer’s action after issuance of citation

After the enforcing officer has issued a citation, the officer:

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Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.

(1) May release the defendant;

(2) Shall release the defendant when he or she:

(a) Makes a deposit under s. 23.66; or

(b) Makes a deposit and stipulation of no contest under s. 23.67.

(3) Shall proceed under s. 23.57, if the defendant is not released.