State v. Galecke

¶ 18. 0dissenting). The legislature has given trial courts the authority to place convicted defendants on probation. Wis. Stat. § 973.09(l)(a) (2003-04).1 "The court may impose any conditions which appear to be reasonable and appropriate." Id. "Prior to the expiration of any probation period, the court, for cause and by order, may extend probation for a stated period or modify the terms and conditions thereof." Section 973.09(3)(a).

¶ 19. The legislature has given sheriffs the authority to release prisoners in the sheriffs care to home detention, if the prisoner agrees. Wis. Stat. § 302.425(2)…