Association of State Prosecutors

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
Generally, administrative rules or legislation which affects the duties of Assistant Diatrict Attorneys

Lobbying Interests:
New legislation dealing with Wisconsin's criminal code. New legislation or agency action affecting Assistant District Attorneys.

Title:
Secretary

Contact
LO
Lynn Opelt
4426 Yuma Dr
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 661-0528
opelt.lyn@mail.da.state.wi.us

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 37
Assembly Bill 37
relating to: an exemption from the witness exclusion rule for a law enforcement investigator designated by the state in criminal and delinquency proceedings.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/10/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 40
Assembly Bill 40
relating to: forfeiture of money derived from a drug crime.

Bill Text and History

2005 Wisconsin Act 91

For
Notification Date
2/10/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 47
Assembly Bill 47
relating to: time limits for prosecution of certain crimes of sexual assault.

Bill Text and History

2005 Wisconsin Act 276

For
Notification Date
4/8/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 92
Assembly Bill 92
relating to: evidence of being under the influence of an intoxicant.

Bill Text and History

2005 Wisconsin Act 8

For
Notification Date
2/10/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 99
Assembly Bill 99
relating to: individuals registered as sex offenders based upon a juvenile delinquency adjudication.

Bill Text and History

2005 Wisconsin Act 5

For
Notification Date
2/10/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 143
Assembly Bill 143
relating to: access to presentence investigation reports.

Bill Text and History

2005 Wisconsin Act 311

For
Notification Date
3/17/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 203
Assembly Bill 203
relating to: evidence of lay and expert witnesses.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/8/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 280
Assembly Bill 280
relating to: expungement of misdemeanors.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
11/23/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 291
Assembly Bill 291
relating to: termination of a tenancy if notice given regarding drug or criminal gang activity.

Bill Text and History

2005 Wisconsin Act 281

For
Notification Date
4/14/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 361
Assembly Bill 361
relating to: minimum age for qualifying for a retirement annuity under the Wisconsin Retirement System.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
5/22/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 444
Assembly Bill 444
relating to: the definition of sexual contact and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

2005 Wisconsin Act 273

For
Notification Date
7/26/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 489
Assembly Bill 489
relating to: the statute of limitations for felonies in which biological material is left on the victim or at the crime scene.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
7/27/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 636
Assembly Bill 636
relating to: harassment restraining orders.

Bill Text and History

2005 Wisconsin Act 272

For
Notification Date
9/6/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 708
Assembly Bill 708
relating to: lifetime imprisonment for certain sex offenders and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

2005 Wisconsin Act 271

None
Notification Date
3/3/2006
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 727
Assembly Bill 727
relating to: alibi witnesses in criminal cases.

Bill Text and History

2005 Wisconsin Act 279

For
Notification Date
10/5/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 728
Assembly Bill 728
relating to: intimidating a witness and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

2005 Wisconsin Act 280

For
Notification Date
10/5/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 752
Assembly Bill 752
relating to: mandatory testing of persons involved in certain motor vehicle accidents and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/28/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Other
Notification Date
11/28/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 763
Assembly Bill 763
relating to: carrying a concealed weapon, possessing or transporting a firearm under certain circumstances, background checks for handgun purchases, photographic identification cards for retired law enforcement officers, requiring the exercise of rule-maki...

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/31/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 784
Assembly Bill 784
relating to: a mandatory term of confinement and the maximum term of imprisonment for certain child sex offenses and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

2005 Wisconsin Act 430

Against
Notification Date
11/4/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Oppose mandatory minimum section
Other
Notification Date
11/4/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 830
Assembly Bill 830
relating to: anatomical gifts and the powers and duties of coroners and medical examiners.

Bill Text and History

2005 Wisconsin Act 230

For
Notification Date
11/23/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Support provided bill is amended such that notice is given to District Attorney's Office
Assembly Bill 953
Assembly Bill 953
relating to: sexual intercourse or sexual contact with a person who is under the influence of alcohol beverages and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/1/2006
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 971
Assembly Bill 971
relating to: deadline for distributing a physician's or psychologist's report on a criminal defendant or a person committed upon a finding of not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect.

Bill Text and History

2005 Wisconsin Act 244

For
Notification Date
2/8/2006
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 70
Senate Bill 70
relating to: evidence of lay and expert witnesses.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
3/14/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 403
Senate Bill 403
relating to: carrying a concealed weapon, possessing or transporting a firearm under certain circumstances, background checks for handgun purchases, photographic identification cards for retired law enforcement officers, requiring the exercise of rule-maki...

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
11/1/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 408
Senate Bill 408
relating to: a mandatory term of confinement and the maximum term of imprisonment for certain child sex offenses and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
3/3/2006
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 526
Senate Bill 526
relating to: sexual intercourse or sexual contact with a person who is under the influence of alcohol beverages and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

2005 Wisconsin Act 436

For
Notification Date
5/1/2006
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Budget Bill Subjects

District Attorneys
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
District Attorneys

Notification Date
2/8/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

Contracts for Prosecutors and Progression through the pay range
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Contracts for Prosecutors and Progression through the pay range

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
7/13/2006
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Legislative Council Study Committee on Crimes Against Children
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislative Council Study Committee on Crimes Against Children

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
7/13/2006
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Legislative Council Study Committee on Expunction
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislative Council Study Committee on Expunction

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
7/13/2006
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Legislative Council Study Committee on Funding and Administration of Prosecutors
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislative Council Study Committee on Funding and Administration of Prosecutors

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
7/13/2006
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Legislative Council Study Committee on Placement of Sexual Predators
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislative Council Study Committee on Placement of Sexual Predators

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
7/13/2006
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Recodification of Chapter 938 Juvenile Justice
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Recodification of Chapter 938 Juvenile Justice

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Special Committee on Sexually Violent Persons
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Special Committee on Sexually Violent Persons

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Topic relates to DA positions.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Topic relates to DA positions.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Total Lobbying Effort

  2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures 2005
January - June
$18,701.25
2005
July - December
$20,201.67
2006
January - June
$24,840.33
2006
July - December
$14,414.07
Total $78,157.32
Total Hours Communicating 2005
January - June
59.00
2005
July - December
34.50
2006
January - June
59.90
2006
July - December
17.00
Total 170.40
Total Hours Other 2005
January - June
77.50
2005
July - December
94.50
2006
January - June
94.30
2006
July - December
71.75
Total 338.05

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

relating to: an exemption from the witness exclusion rule for a law enforcement investigator designated by the state in criminal and delinquency proceedings.
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
5%
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total 1%
relating to: evidence of lay and expert witnesses.
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
5%
2005
July - December
5%
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total 3%
relating to: termination of a tenancy if notice given regarding drug or criminal gang activity.
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
5%
2005
July - December
5%
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total 3%
relating to: evidence of lay and expert witnesses.
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
10%
2005
July - December
5%
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total 4%
relating to: intimidating a witness and providing a penalty.
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
5%
2006
January - June
6%
2006
July - December
Total 3%
relating to: alibi witnesses in criminal cases.
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
5%
2006
January - June
6%
2006
July - December
Total 3%
relating to: carrying a concealed weapon, possessing or transporting a firearm under certain circumstances, background checks for handgun purchases, photographic identification cards for retired law enforcement officers, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, providing an exemption from rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
5%
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total 1%
relating to: carrying a concealed weapon, possessing or transporting a firearm under certain circumstances, background checks for handgun purchases, photographic identification cards for retired law enforcement officers, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, providing an exemption from rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
5%
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total 1%
relating to: anatomical gifts and the powers and duties of coroners and medical examiners.
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
5%
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total 1%
relating to: a mandatory term of confinement and the maximum term of imprisonment for certain child sex offenses and providing penalties.
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
10%
2006
January - June
6%
2006
July - December
Total 4%
relating to: a mandatory term of confinement and the maximum term of imprisonment for certain child sex offenses and providing penalties.
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
20%
Total 4%

Budget Bill Subjects

2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
75%
2005
July - December
25%
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total 26%

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
5%
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total 1%
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
10%
2006
January - June
8%
2006
July - December
28%
Total 10%
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
10%
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
3%
Total 3%
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
4%
2006
July - December
3%
Total 2%
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
4%
2006
July - December
3%
Total 2%
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
27%
2006
July - December
11%
Total 10%
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
39%
2006
July - December
29%
Total 17%
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
Total
2005
January - June
2005
July - December
2006
January - June
2006
July - December
3%
Total < 1%

Minor Efforts

No minor efforts found.

Other Matters

No other matters found.

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures