State v. Lo

Tommy Lo pled guilty to being a party to the crime of aggravated battery with intent to cause substantial bodily harm, as a gang-related offense. He was convicted and placed on probation for ten years. He challenges the circuit court's imposition of a probation condition prohibiting him from having contact with "gang members," claiming it is unconstitutionally vague and overbroad. We disagree and affirm the judgment of conviction.

A sentencing court may impose reasonable and appropriate conditions of probation. Section 973.09(1)(a), Stats. We review probation conditions to determine whether…