Wisconsin Justice Initiative Inc.
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
law, general public interest advocacy
Lobbying Interests:
Criminal and civil justice, judicial campaign finance
Title:
Executive Director
law, general public interest advocacy
Lobbying Interests:
Criminal and civil justice, judicial campaign finance
Title:
Executive Director
Contact
GLS
Gretchen L. Schuldt
P.O. Box 100705
Milwaukee, WI 53210
(414) 331-0724
gretchen@wjiinc.org
http://www.wjiinc.org
P.O. Box 100705
Milwaukee, WI 53210
(414) 331-0724
gretchen@wjiinc.org
http://www.wjiinc.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gretchen L Schuldt | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 1/10/2019 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 11
Relating to: obtaining crime victim mental health treatment records. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/15/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: obtaining crime victim mental health treatment records. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/15/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 15
Relating to: requiring persons accused of violating traffic laws and ordinances related to driving while intoxicated to appear in person in court. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/30/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Supporting Documentation
20190530_AB 15.pdf
https://www.wjiinc.org/
Relating to: requiring persons accused of violating traffic laws and ordinances related to driving while intoxicated to appear in person in court. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/30/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Supporting Documentation
20190530_AB 15.pdf
https://www.wjiinc.org/
Assembly Bill 18
Relating to: penalties for offenses related to operating a vehicle while intoxicated and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/15/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: penalties for offenses related to operating a vehicle while intoxicated and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/15/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 33
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/6/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
https://www.wjiinc.org/
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/6/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
https://www.wjiinc.org/
Assembly Bill 696
Relating to: penalties for violations related to the motor vehicle liability insurance requirement, proof of financial responsibility, requirements for registering motor vehicles, operating a vehicle without an operator's license or after suspension or rev...
Bill Text and History
1/13/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: penalties for violations related to the motor vehicle liability insurance requirement, proof of financial responsibility, requirements for registering motor vehicles, operating a vehicle without an operator's license or after suspension or rev...
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/13/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 758
Relating to: battery by a person detained while awaiting trial as a sexually violent person and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This bill is unnecessary as adequate penalties exist now. It's also hard to understand why a different penalty is needed for this particular class of people. It's hard to comment fully as so much information, including fiscal impact, is unavailable.
Relating to: battery by a person detained while awaiting trial as a sexually violent person and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This bill is unnecessary as adequate penalties exist now. It's also hard to understand why a different penalty is needed for this particular class of people. It's hard to comment fully as so much information, including fiscal impact, is unavailable.
Assembly Bill 802
Relating to: criteria for the court to consider when determining whether to use videoconferencing at a proceeding.
Bill Text and History
1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This bill would gravely harm the accused's right to confront witnesses against him or her; also would hurt a jury's ability to judge the credibility of witnesses. It is so loosely worded that it would give a lazy or lying witness and easy "out."
Relating to: criteria for the court to consider when determining whether to use videoconferencing at a proceeding.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This bill would gravely harm the accused's right to confront witnesses against him or her; also would hurt a jury's ability to judge the credibility of witnesses. It is so loosely worded that it would give a lazy or lying witness and easy "out."
Assembly Bill 803
Relating to: using testimony taken by deposition in a criminal trial if witness is at risk of being intimidated.
Bill Text and History
1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: using testimony taken by deposition in a criminal trial if witness is at risk of being intimidated.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 804
Relating to: intimidating a victim of domestic abuse and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 112
1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: intimidating a victim of domestic abuse and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 112
Against
Notification Date1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 805
Relating to: recommendation to revoke parole, probation, and extended supervision if a person is charged with a crime. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This bill presumes guilt and simply guts any notion of due process. It's hard to comment fully as so much information, including fiscal impact, is unavailable.
Relating to: recommendation to revoke parole, probation, and extended supervision if a person is charged with a crime. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This bill presumes guilt and simply guts any notion of due process. It's hard to comment fully as so much information, including fiscal impact, is unavailable.
Assembly Bill 806
Relating to: acts for which a juvenile may be placed in correctional placement or the Serious Juvenile Offender Program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This bill is extremely and unnecessarily punitive. It's hard to comment fully as so much information, including fiscal impact, is unavailable.
Relating to: acts for which a juvenile may be placed in correctional placement or the Serious Juvenile Offender Program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This bill is extremely and unnecessarily punitive. It's hard to comment fully as so much information, including fiscal impact, is unavailable.
Assembly Bill 807
Relating to: mandatory minimum sentence for three or more convictions for retail theft and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
There is no reason to increase penalties for third-offense shoplifting and no logical reason for mandatory minimums here. The costs of this bill will fall to local property taxpayers. Much information, including fiscal impact, is not known.
Relating to: mandatory minimum sentence for three or more convictions for retail theft and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
There is no reason to increase penalties for third-offense shoplifting and no logical reason for mandatory minimums here. The costs of this bill will fall to local property taxpayers. Much information, including fiscal impact, is not known.
Assembly Bill 808
Relating to: prosecuting a violent felon for the crime of illegal possession of a firearm.
Bill Text and History
1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: prosecuting a violent felon for the crime of illegal possession of a firearm.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 809
Relating to: earned release from parole or extended supervision and discharge from probation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: earned release from parole or extended supervision and discharge from probation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 817
Relating to: bail for a criminal defendant who is charged with bail jumping.
Bill Text and History
1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: bail for a criminal defendant who is charged with bail jumping.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 830
Relating to: earned release upon the completion of a training program, reporting on the aging and elderly prison population, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/12/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: earned release upon the completion of a training program, reporting on the aging and elderly prison population, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/12/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 831
Relating to: maximum period of imprisonment following revocation of extended supervision or probation and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/12/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: maximum period of imprisonment following revocation of extended supervision or probation and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/12/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 39
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/6/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
https://www.wjiinc.org/
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/6/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
https://www.wjiinc.org/
Senate Joint Resolution 2
Relating to: the rights of crime victims (second consideration).
Bill Text and History
1/10/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Supporting Documentation
20190110_Strang Letter 1_10_19.pdf
Relating to: the rights of crime victims (second consideration).
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/10/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Supporting Documentation
20190110_Strang Letter 1_10_19.pdf
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Juvenile life sentences
Juvenile life sentences
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
5/4/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
@item.ExternalURL
Legislative matter
Notification Date
5/4/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
@item.ExternalURL
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2019 January - June $0.00 |
2019 July - December $0.00 |
2020 January - June $25.44 |
2020 July - December $0.00 |
Total $25.44 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2019 January - June 4.50 |
2019 July - December 0.00 |
2020 January - June 0.60 |
2020 July - December 0.00 |
Total 5.10 |
| Total Hours Other | 2019 January - June 5.00 |
2019 July - December 0.00 |
2020 January - June 0.00 |
2020 July - December 0.00 |
Total 5.00 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: obtaining crime victim mental health treatment records. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 16% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 20% |
Relating to: requiring persons accused of violating traffic laws and ordinances related to driving while intoxicated to appear in person in court. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 16% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 20% |
Relating to: penalties for offenses related to operating a vehicle while intoxicated and providing a penalty. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 17% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 20% |
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 17% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 20% |
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 17% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 7% |
2020 July - December |
Total 20% |
Relating to: the rights of crime victims (second consideration).
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 17% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 10% |
2020 July - December |
Total 20% |
Relating to: penalties for violations related to the motor vehicle liability insurance requirement, proof of financial responsibility, requirements for registering motor vehicles, operating a vehicle without an operator's license or after suspension or revocation of an operating privilege, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 6% |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: battery by a person detained while awaiting trial as a sexually violent person and providing a penalty.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 6% |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: criteria for the court to consider when determining whether to use videoconferencing at a proceeding.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 6% |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: using testimony taken by deposition in a criminal trial if witness is at risk of being intimidated.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 6% |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: intimidating a victim of domestic abuse and providing a penalty.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 6% |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: recommendation to revoke parole, probation, and extended supervision if a person is charged with a crime. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 6% |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: acts for which a juvenile may be placed in correctional placement or the Serious Juvenile Offender Program. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 6% |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: earned release from parole or extended supervision and discharge from probation. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 6% |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: bail for a criminal defendant who is charged with bail jumping.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 6% |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: earned release upon the completion of a training program, reporting on the aging and elderly prison population, and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 6% |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: maximum period of imprisonment following revocation of extended supervision or probation and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 7% |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: mandatory minimum sentence for three or more convictions for retail theft and providing a penalty.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 8% |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: prosecuting a violent felon for the crime of illegal possession of a firearm.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 8% |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Budget Bill Subjects
No budget bill subjects found.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
No topics found.
Minor Efforts
No minor efforts found.
Other Matters
Includes time spent on:
- Gubernatorial nominations
- Matters on which the organization made no lobbying communication