Judge Paul Bugenhagen, Jr. - Professional Background & Legal Expertise

Biography

The Hon. Paul Bugenhagen, Jr. is a judge for the Waukesha County Circuit Court of Wisconsin. He was elected to the bench in 2015 and re-elected in 2021.

Over the course of his judicial career, Bugenhagen has held assignments in the Criminal Division, the Family Division, and the Probate Division.

Bugenhagen earned a bachelor’s degree from Marquette University in 2002. He then completed a J.D. at Western Michigan University, Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2005.

After graduating from law school, Bugenhagen entered into private practice. He worked in that capacity until his election to the bench.

Bugenhagen was a resident of Mukwonago, Wisconsin, at the time of his election. He and his wife, Crosby, have one daughter.

Recent Cases by Hon. Paul Bugenhagen, Jr.

State of Wisconsin vs. Jesse A Tarango

On May 3, 2024 a criminal case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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State of Wisconsin vs. Adrian Rodriguez Sanchez

On May 3, 2024 a criminal traffic case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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May 03, 2024

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State of Wisconsin vs. Eric J. Pfefferle

On May 3, 2024 a criminal case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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State of Wisconsin vs. Deyling Antonio Zelaya Castillo

On April 25, 2024 a traffic forfeiture case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 25, 2024

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Traffic Forfeiture

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State of Wisconsin vs. Deyling Antonio Zelaya Castillo

On April 25, 2024 a traffic forfeiture case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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May 04, 2024

State of Wisconsin vs. Joseph M Roelandts

On April 17, 2024 a criminal case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 17, 2024

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Apr 18, 2024

Waukesha, County of vs. Luis E Beltran Oyola

On April 16, 2024 a traffic forfeiture case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 16, 2024

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May 04, 2024

State of Wisconsin vs. Luis E Beltran Oyola

On April 16, 2024 a traffic forfeiture case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 16, 2024

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May 04, 2024

State of Wisconsin vs. Osman M Ubeda Diaz

On April 11, 2024 a criminal traffic case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 11, 2024

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May 04, 2024

State of Wisconsin vs. Devante D White

On April 11, 2024 a criminal traffic case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 11, 2024

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May 04, 2024

State of Wisconsin vs. Kaliah S Wood

On April 11, 2024 a criminal traffic case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 11, 2024

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May 04, 2024

State of Wisconsin vs. Javaier Dwayne Thompson

On April 10, 2024 a criminal case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 10, 2024

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Apr 18, 2024

State of Wisconsin vs. Deonta P Woods

On April 5, 2024 a criminal case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 05, 2024

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Apr 07, 2024

State of Wisconsin vs. Jennifer L Hotvedt

On April 5, 2024 a criminal case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 05, 2024

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Apr 07, 2024

State of Wisconsin vs. Nita L Barry

On April 5, 2024 a criminal case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 05, 2024

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Apr 07, 2024

State of Wisconsin vs. Melinda M. Binon

On April 4, 2024 a criminal traffic case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 04, 2024

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Apr 05, 2024

State of Wisconsin vs. Christen L Kuhel

On April 4, 2024 a criminal traffic case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 04, 2024

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Apr 25, 2024

State of Wisconsin vs. Paul T Sage

On April 4, 2024 a criminal traffic case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 04, 2024

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Apr 05, 2024

State of Wisconsin vs. Arrmond J. Booth

On April 4, 2024 a criminal traffic case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 04, 2024

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Apr 05, 2024

State of Wisconsin vs. Kelly D Holmes

On April 4, 2024 a criminal case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 04, 2024

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Apr 05, 2024

State of Wisconsin vs. Michael D Singleton

On April 4, 2024 a criminal case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 04, 2024

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Apr 05, 2024

Hartland, Village of vs. Samuel P Kolo

On April 3, 2024 a non-traffic ordinance violation case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 03, 2024

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Non-Traffic Ordinance Violation

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Apr 25, 2024

Hartland, Village of vs. Samuel P Kolo

On April 3, 2024 a traffic forfeiture case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 03, 2024

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Traffic Forfeiture

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Apr 04, 2024

Hartland, Village of vs. Samuel P Kolo

On April 3, 2024 a traffic forfeiture case was filed in the jurisdiction of Waukesha County. Judge Bugenhagen, Paul, Jr. presiding.

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Apr 03, 2024

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About

Paul Bugenhagen, Jr.
Current Appointment Waukesha County Circuit Court, Department SC-3129	Waukesha County Circuit Court, Department SC-3129
Election/Appointment 2015 - Waukesha County Circuit Court 2021 - Re-election	2015 - Waukesha County Circuit Court 2021 - Re-election
Education Bachelor's degree, Marquette University - 2002 J.D., Western Michigan University, Thomas M. Cooley Law School - 2005	Bachelor's degree, Marquette University - 2002 J.D., Western Michigan University, Thomas M. Cooley Law School - 2005