Milwaukee County D.A. believes car theft offenders deserve more time behind bars

The City of Milwaukee's car theft rate ranks among the highest in the nation. Many are wondering why those caught stealing cars do not face stiffer penalties. "One of the myths that occurs out there is that we don't aggressively prosecute. That's just not the case," said Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm. Chisholm points out auto theft, for example, which is a felony. "It's 'operating an auto without owner's consent,'" he said, adding if someone is charged and convicted, the amount of time behind bars would be two years, and two years of extended supervision. READ MORE: https://www.tmj4.com/news/local-news/milwaukee-county-d-a-believes-car-theft-offenders-deserve-more-time-behind-bars