Wisconsin Attorney CE audits & penalties
What happens if a attorney misses CE requirements in Wisconsin, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.
A lawyer who has not satisfied the CLE attendance and reporting requirements by close of business on Feb 1 following the reporting period is assessed a $100 late fee under SCR 31.03(2). Failure to file evidence of compliance or pay the late fee within 60 days after a notice of noncompliance results in automatic suspension of State Bar membership.Verify with board
How compliance is checked
No audit process appears in the available data. Keep your certificates regardless — boards can request proof of completion at renewal or during an investigation.
Official source: Wisconsin Supreme Court (SCR Chapter 31)
Related
- Full requirements: Wisconsin Attorney CE requirements
- When it's due: Wisconsin Attorney license renewal deadline
- Know what counts: Wisconsin Attorney CE category requirements
- What it costs: Wisconsin Attorney license renewal fees
⚠️Don't learn this the hard way. Penalties are set by the board and can change — verify against the official source before relying on this summary.
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