State v. Mattes

James R. Mattes appeals from a judgment convicting him of fraudulent practices in the sale of securities and from an order denying postconviction relief. Mattes contends that the trial court erred in finding venue in Waukesha county and in improperly ordering restitution to witnesses who were not victims of the charged offense. Because venue was properly in Waukesha county, we affirm the conviction. We agree, however, that the portion of the judgment ordering restitution to the witnesses was improper and reverse and remand the restitution order.

Richard Sciacca entered into a business contract…