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It is illegal to hold public office if you have ever engaged in a duel with deadly weapons.

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Added: 2026/3/18

The Law

The Wisconsin State Constitution explicitly bans anyone who has challenged another person to a duel from holding public office or voting. This dates back to the 1800s when settling political disputes with pistols was an actual threat to the democratic process. While dueling is practically extinct, the constitutional ban remains firmly in place.

Source & Citation

Code/Statute: Wisconsin Constitution Article XIII, Section 2
Wisconsin State Constitution

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