Summary Information

Title: Dane County (Wis.). District Attorney: Selected Case Files
Inclusive Dates: 1962-1981

Creator:

• Dane County (Wis.). District Attorney

Call Number: Dane Series 340; C2018/023

Quantity: 40.0 cubic feet (40 records center cartons); plus additions of 1.0 cubic foot

Repository:

Wisconsin Historical Society, Division of Library, Archives, and Museum Collections

Archival Locations:

Wisconsin Historical Society (Map)

COLLECTION MAY BE STORED OFF-SITE: see catalog entry to request materials and for additional information.

Abstract:

A collection of case files produced by the Dane County District Attorney, including adult misdemeanors and felonies. The cases were selected primarily for their historical significance, which was determined based upon their impact upon the community and the attention they received from the news media. Prominent or common case subjects include: abortion; arson; animal abuse; assault and battery; assault on a police officer; bail jumping; bombing; contributing to the delinquency of a minor; distribution of obscene material; the Dow Protest; driving while intoxicated; escaping from custody; false imprisonment; fraud; gambling; gun-related offenses; homicide; indecent exposure; narcotics; prostitution; tax evasion; and theft.

Note:

There is a restriction on access to this material; see the Administrative/Restriction Information portion of this finding aid for details.

Language: English

URL to cite for this finding aid: http://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/wiarchives.uw-whs-dane0340

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