967.05 Methods of prosecution.
(1) A prosecution may be commenced by the filing of:
(a) A complaint;
(b) In the case of a corporation or limited liability company, an information;
(c) An indictment.
(2) The trial of a misdemeanor action shall be upon a complaint.
(3) The trial of a felony action shall be upon an information.
History: 1979 c. 291; 1993 a. 112.
Structure Wisconsin Statutes & Annotations
Wisconsin Statutes & Annotations
Chapter 967 - Criminal procedure — general provisions.
967.01 - Title and effective date.
967.02 - Words and phrases defined.
967.04 - Depositions in criminal proceedings.
967.05 - Methods of prosecution.
967.057 - Prosecution decisions based on contributions to organizations and agencies.
967.06 - Determination of indigency; appointment of counsel; preparation of record.
967.07 - Circuit court commissioners.
967.08 - Telephone or live audiovisual proceedings.
967.09 - Interpreters may serve by telephone or video.
967.10 - Waiting area for victims and witnesses.
967.11 - Alternatives to prosecution and incarceration; monitoring participants.