City of Oshkosh v. Winkler

This case primarily concerns whether student disciplinary action under University of Wisconsin system rules constitutes "punishment" which triggers double jeopardy protection. We conclude that it does not.

The University of Wisconsin — Oshkosh placed Steven J. Winkler on "disciplinary probation" after a Student Conduct Hearing Committee found that he had violated university rules. This administrative discipline resulted from Winkler's participation in a student riot near campus. While Winkler does not challenge the university's administrative action, he nonetheless contends that the City of…