Author: Todd Coolidge

15 Mar What Is a Wobbler Law?

Posted at 15:47h in Arizona Court System, Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Felonies, Felony, Laws, misdemeanor by Todd Coolidge

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Every crime in Arizona has a penalty, and usually, the penalties are very specific. For example, the penalty for first degree murder is either life in prison or capital punishment. However, there are some crimes where the penalty may change, increase, or decrease, depending on...

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03 Mar Can Arizona Residents Carry a Gun in the Car?

Posted at 16:22h in Arizona Gun Laws, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Laws, U.S. Constitution by Todd Coolidge

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In a previous blog post, we discussed the Arizona open carry law, which allows residents to carry a firearm as long as it is visible to those around them. Arizona's Constitutional Carry law permits its citizens to carry a concealed firearm as well. Do these...

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25 Feb How Does Parole Work for Arizona State Prisoners?

Posted at 19:42h in Arizona Court System, Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Felonies, misdemeanor, Parole by Todd Coolidge

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People serving time in prison for committing a crime may be eligible for parole under certain circumstances. Parole provides inmates an opportunity to finish their sentences outside of prison. However, to stay on parole, they must abide by a specific set of conditions and rules....

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21 Feb Penalties for Criminal Damage in Phoenix

Posted at 21:26h in Arizona Law, Criminal Damage, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Felonies by Todd Coolidge

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A person who recklessly or intentionally damages another person's property may face charges of criminal damage in Arizona. In some cases, property damage can carry serious penalties, including fines and jail time. What is criminal damage? Let’s take a look at an example. Late one night,...

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14 Feb What Public Benefits Do Felons Lose If Convicted?

Posted at 22:08h in Arizona Law, Civil Law, Constitution, Felonies, Felony by Todd Coolidge

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Being charged with a crime impacts the rest of your life. Those with a criminal record may find it difficult to find employment and housing. Depending on your crime—and whether it’s a felony conviction—they may lose some public benefits and civil liberties. This article explains...

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08 Feb Arizona Project Safe Neighborhoods Receives $390K in Funding

Posted at 16:25h in Arizona Gun Laws, Arizona Law, Neighborhood Safety by Todd Coolidge

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This past December, the United States Department of Justice awarded approximately $380,000 to the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission in support of its Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) program. The Project Safe Neighborhoods grant helps support the state's efforts to address violent crimes—including gun violence—in communities throughout...

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31 Jan Am I Liable If My Dog Bites Another Person?

Posted at 22:30h in Arizona Law, Criminal Damage, Laws by Todd Coolidge

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Although dogs may be man’s best friend, they are still animals, and will sometimes act in an unexpected way. For example, a non-aggressive dog can suddenly growl and snap at a person if they feel stressed or threatened. And, if a dog bites and injures...

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25 Jan Is Arizona an Open Carry State?

Posted at 19:26h in Arizona Gun Laws, Arizona Law, Constitution, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Laws, U.S. Constitution by Todd Coolidge

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Arizona is one of the most gun-friendly states in the country. In Arizona, open carry and concealed carry gun laws allow residents to purchase, own, and transport a firearm on them without any type of permit or license. However, there are quite a few nuances...

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19 Jan What Are the Different Types of Homicide in Arizona?

Posted at 22:09h in Arizona Law, Felonies, Felony, First-Degree Murder, Homicide, Manslaughter, Todd Coolidge by Todd Coolidge

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Murder is the most serious offense you can commit in Arizona. Because homicide charges are such grievous offenses, they carry the highest penalties. If found guilty of an Arizona homicide, you may even face the death penalty under certain circumstances.  In the state of Arizona, there...

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13 Jan When Can a Juvenile Be Tried as an Adult in Arizona

Posted at 17:48h in Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Felonies, Felony, Juvenile Law, Laws, Todd Coolidge by Todd Coolidge

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Under normal circumstances, a juvenile defendant under the age of 18 is sent to juvenile court for their crimes. However, a juvenile charged with felony crimes may find themselves being treated as an adult with adult-level penalties.  For example, let’s say a gang initiates three 15-year-old...

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