Environment
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
StateWisconsinTo Governor
SB 76: Relating to: dismissing or amending certain criminal charges and deferred prosecution agreements for certain crimes.
Rob Hutton
SB 76 status: To Governor — Failed to pass notwithstanding the objections of the Governor pursuant to Joint Rule 82 (updated May 13, 2026).
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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What this bill does
Official summary alongside an AI-generated read on where it stands and why.
Overall Score
58OUT OF 100
Score:58/100 civic fit
Risk:Moderate Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 50/100
Constitutionality75%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion50%
Bill summary
What changes
The bill seeks to streamline the dismissal or amendment of specific criminal charges and formalize deferred prosecution agreements, allowing defendants to avoid permanent criminal records by completing court-approved rules.
Who is affected
Individuals facing criminal charges in Wisconsin, prosecutors, the judiciary, and potential crime victims.
Requirements and enforcement
Defendants must follow court-approved rules as a condition of deferred prosecution or charge dismissal.
Costs and funding
Not stated in the available source.
When it takes effect
The bill failed to pass the legislature in the 2025-2026 session.
Potential benefits
Provides a pathway for criminal record relief, reduces recidivism through structured rehabilitation, and offers a second chance for individuals.
Risks and tradeoffs
Potential for reduced public accountability, inconsistency in applying diversion standards across jurisdictions, and possible negative impacts on victim rights and public safety.
What is still unknown
The specific list of 'certain crimes' eligible for these procedures and the exact criteria for 'court-approved rules' remain unknown.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Society
Positive outlook
70%
Benefits
- Facilitates reintegration by reducing stigma of permanent records
- Provides second chances for individuals facing charges
- Supports social mobility through barrier removal
Risks
- Potential for inconsistent application of justice
- Risk of perceived inequity in who receives charge dismissals
- Concerns regarding lack of public-facing performance metrics
Technology Industry
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Civic Accountability
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- Provides structured framework for deferred prosecution
- Standardizes court-approved rules for charge amendments
- Increases transparency in diversion agreement criteria
Risks
- Reduced public visibility into individual case dismissals
- Potential for excessive prosecutorial discretion
- Lack of mandatory oversight mechanisms in the abstract
Public Health & Safety
Mixed / Neutral
55%
Benefits
- Reduces stress and mental health impact of criminal records
- Encourages engagement in rehabilitative community programs
- Supports community stability for individuals under supervision
Risks
- Potential public safety risks if recidivism is not adequately addressed
- Unclear protections for victims during dismissal processes
- Lack of detail on victim notification for charge amendments
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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Source
OpenStates
Official bill text or data from OpenStates.
Confidence
Low
Information is limited or incomplete.
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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Source note
The impact on victim rights and public safety is uncertain without detailed statutory requirements.
Analysis scope
Source provided is an abstract only; specific statutory language is unavailable.
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Where it stands
Official record- IntroducedComplete
- CommitteeComplete
- Chamber votesComplete
- Final agreementComplete
- GovernorCurrent
- EnactedUpcoming
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