Wisconsin Administrative Code Department of Justice
The Wisconsin Administrative Code for the Department of Justice comprises a series of chapters (Jus 8 through Jus 21) that set regulations on key public‑safety and criminal‑justice issues. Here’s a streamlined overview:
📘 Key Chapters in the DOJ Administrative Code
Jus 9 – Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) Data Bank
Governs collection, retention, and use of DNA in the state data bank. (regulations.justia.com)
Jus 10 – Handgun Transfers
Establishes rules for handgun dealers, including mandatory background checks and waiting periods. (regulations.justia.com, docs.legis.wisconsin.gov)
Jus 11 – Awards for Victims of Crime & Jus 12 – Crime Victim & Witness Assistance
Detail eligibility and reimbursement processes for victims and witnesses. (regulations.justia.com)
Jus 16 – Enforcement of the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement
Implements and enforces state obligations under the tobacco settlement. (regulations.justia.com, en.wikipedia.org)
Jus 17 – Licenses to Carry Concealed Weapons (CCW)
Covers definitions, application/training procedures, fees, renewals, recognitions, suspensions, and administrative appeals. (regulations.justia.com)
Jus 18 – Certification of Former Federal Law Enforcement Officers
Sets standards for certifying former federal officers to carry concealed weapons in Wisconsin. (regulations.justia.com, docs.legis.wisconsin.gov)
Jus 19 – Frequent Sobriety Testing Pilot Program
Describes pilot program requirements for frequent sobriety testing in certain criminal cases. (regulations.justia.com)
Jus 20 – Storage & Processing of Sexual Assault Kits
Includes authority and protocols required by s. 165.775(6), Stats. (effective 6/1/2023). (regulations.justia.com, law.cornell.edu)
Jus 21 – Tracking of Sexual Assault Kits
Sets requirements for tracking kits through investigation and storage phases. (regulations.justia.com)
🔍 Finding and Using the Rules
Official Source: The most up‑to‑date text is available through the Wisconsin Legislative Documents portal under “Department of Justice (Jus)” chapters (docs.legis.wisconsin.gov).
Cornell LII mirrors the code with adoption dates—for example, Jus 20.01 was adopted 6/1/2023, following emergency rules EmR2207 (law.cornell.edu).
Justia provides quick reference summaries of each chapter (law.justia.com).
📚 Statutory Authority Under Chapter 165
The DOJ’s administrative rulemaking authority is grounded in Wis. Stat. ch. 165, which covers DOJ duties such as:
Crime lab operations, DNA databank, sexual assault kit protocols (§165.775–.776)
Concealed‑carry licensing (§165.63)
Internet crimes against children and human trafficking subpoenas (§165.505)
…and more (law.justia.com).
✅ What You Can Do Next
Full text & updates: Go to the Wisconsin Legislative Documents site and navigate to the “Jus” chapters.
Search by topic: If you need the text of specific sections (e.g., “Jus 17.04”), search within the portal for that chapter/section.
Track amendments: Rules are ratified quarterly; check for recent registers or emergency rules.
Review statutory basis: Match rules to statutory grants (e.g., s. 165.775 for sexual assault kits).
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