In order to get out from under their thumb, she could ask that her probation be revoked and just do her jail time. Then she won't have to continue to fight them.
But as far as the kids go, she and her husband have dug a Brian and Ruth Christine-sized hole. They will be facing a CHIPs petition, if they haven't already, and loss of custody of the children, if the state doesn't have legal custody of the children already.
I have a very strong feeling that these people are getting very bad advice from this advocacy group, and both she and her husband are going to end up in prison if they keep going this way. That is their choice, but I can't say as I didn't warn them.
Like you, I have some hesitation without seeing the case file. I do think your legal analysis is right on the mark, but I still deplore the state's breaking up of this family out of pretty much nothing but petty bureaucratic vindictiveness and foolishness.
Cordially,
You sound like a little JBT. As for you not warning them did you personally advise them of your concerns? If not then you certainly have not warned them of anything. Just shot your mouth off like a true key board commando. Seig Heil Herr Catspaw. You like the sound of that don't you.
I don’t know the facts in this case But WI law allows spanking.