Wisconsin § 889.11 - Reporter’s transcript as evidence.

Full text of Wisconsin Wisconsin Statutes § 889.11 — Reporter’s transcript as evidence., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 889.11. Reporter’s transcript as evidence.

Any writing certified by the official reporter of any court to have been carefully compared by the reporter with the reporter’s minutes of testimony and proceedings taken on any trial or hearing in such court, and to be a true and correct transcript of all or a specified portion of such minutes, and to be a correct statement of the evidence and proceedings had on such trial or hearing, shall be received in evidence with the same effect as the oral testimony of such reporter to the facts so certified. 889.11 History History: 1993 a. 486 . 889.11 Annotation A partial transcript included in the appeal record by stipulation of the parties could not be considered competent evidence since it did not include a certification by a shorthand reporter. Fells v. State, 65 Wis. 2d 525 , 223 N.W.2d 507 (1974).

Source: official Wisconsin text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Wisconsin § 889.11

What does Wisconsin Statutes § 889.11 cover?

Section 889.11 ("Reporter’s transcript as evidence.") 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 § 889.11?

A common citation format is "Wisconsin Statutes § 889.11" (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 § 889.11 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Wisconsin can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

Sources & Verification

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Wisconsin.