In our previous Coolidge Law Firm blog post we began to discuss the difference between civil and criminal law by first defining criminal law and how it plays out in a courtroom. We mentioned that both civil and criminal law have been developed in order...
In a previous blog post we discussed the Arizona minimum mandatory sentencing guidelines for felonies, which act as a baseline when judges are determining how to punish a convicted criminal. From there, the judge will look at evidence and facts presented that would either mitigate...
Arizona considers reckless driving a serious offense. While some traffic offenses can be written off as a simple ticket and a guilty plea, others may require hiring a criminal defense attorney who specializes in handling criminal traffic and driving violations. A conviction relating to reckless driving...
When we think about bail, money is probably the first thing that comes to our minds. However, bail terms include much more than simply the amount you can pay to get out of jail before trial. As a criminal defense law firm in Chandler, AZ,...
If you’ve been charged with a crime in Arizona, the first question likely to be on your mind is: “Can I make these charges go away?” As a criminal defense law firm in the Phoenix Valley, Coolidge Law has a record of getting criminal cases...
When is a lawyer legally permitted to withdraw from a case? As a criminal defense attorney serving the Metro-Phoenix area, Todd Coolidge believes his clients should know their rights when it comes to their legal representation. You, the defendant, retain the right to fire your...
With the rapid advancement of technology, we have become a culture that uses credit cards for a plethora of daily transactions. Because we’re using our credit cards so frequently, and often casually, many of us have experienced credit card fraud or theft at some point...
In our previous post we discussed the major types of cybercrime and how they are defined in Arizona. As a criminal defense attorney in Phoenix, Todd Coolidge argues cases involving cybercrime. But it’s always our desire to fight for justice and a better community, and...
The rise of the digital age and tremendous advancements in technology come with both positive and negative impacts on our daily lives. For example, never before has information been so easily accessible and shareable. This fact enables us to store information online, work remotely, and...
As a certified criminal law specialist in Arizona, Todd Coolidge has handled criminal cases of every category and degree. Criminal offenses in Arizona can be broken down into 5 broad categories: (1) personal or violent crime; (2) property crime; (3) white-collar crime; (4) public order...