Wisconsin § 977.076 - Collections.
Full text of Wisconsin Wisconsin Statutes § 977.076 — Collections., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 977.076. Collections.
977.076(1) (1) If the state public defender notifies the court in which the underlying action was filed that a person who is required to reimburse the state public defender for legal representation has failed to make the required payment or to timely make periodic payments, the court may issue a judgment on behalf of the state for the unpaid balance and direct the clerk of circuit court to file and docket a transcript of the judgment, without fee. If the court issues a judgment for the unpaid balance, the court shall send a notice to the person at his or her last-known address that a civil judgment has been issued for the unpaid balance. The judgment has the same force and effect as judgments issued under s.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wisconsin § 977.076
What does Wisconsin Statutes § 977.076 cover?
Section 977.076 ("Collections.") is part of the Wisconsin Statutes, the codified statutory law of Wisconsin. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Wisconsin § 977.076?
A common citation format is "Wisconsin Statutes § 977.076" (Wisconsin). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Wisconsin law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Wisconsin official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Wisconsin attorney.
How does Wisconsin § 977.076 apply to my situation?
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