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Kenosha Man Gets Only Seven Days In Jail, Then Work Release For Third OWI

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Phillip M. Villegas, 30, of Kenosha
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KENOSHA, Wis. — A 30-year-old Kenosha man convicted of his third drunk-driving offense was sentenced Thursday to 353 days of work release, and just seven days. Kenosha County Circuit Court Judge Heather Iverson imposed the sentence on Phillip M. Villegas, who was represented by defense attorney Eric Olson. Villegas pleaded guilty to third-offense operating while intoxicated following a January crash in downtown Kenosha. He was taken into custody immediately after sentencing.

Phillip M. Villegas, 30, of Kenosha
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Kevin Mathewson is a disciple of Christ, husband and a father to two wonderful children. Mathewson was born and raised in Lake County, IL and worked as a police & fire dispatcher from 2005 to 2010 in Round Lake Beach, IL. Mathewson moved to Kenosha County in 2006, later being elected to the position of Alderman of the 8th District in 2012 and 2016. Mathewson is a private investigator, security contractor, journalist, and photographer. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, camping and boating. His favorite amendment is the second, followed closely by the first. He loves his country and community.
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