06 Feb Misconduct Involving Weapons in Arizona Part II: Penalties & Laws
In our last post we discussed some of the basics and terms relating to misconduct involving weapons in Arizona ...
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02 Feb Misconduct Involving Weapons in Arizona Part I: Understanding Terms
If you’re from Arizona, or have spent any amount of time here, you know that Arizona has a strong gun culture. None of us are surprised to see a fellow Arizonan with a gun at their hip. After all, Arizona was (and to many still...
16 Jan 5 New Arizona Laws in 2017
New year, new laws. With this brings both good news and bad. Many of those in Arizona who were hoping to relieve overburdened Arizona courts and prisons by reducing the number nonviolent drug offenders through marijuana legalization were let down by the failure of the...
12 Jan Penalties for Domestic Violence in Chandler
Domestic violence is no laughing matter. If you are being charged with a “domestic” offense--even if the crime isn’t violent--you run the risk if convicted of having a permanent mark as a domestic violence offender on your record. Even if your dispute was simply a...
31 Dec 5 Things to Avoid when you get Pulled Over for DUI in Scottsdale
If you’ve spent any time reading the Coolidge Law Firm blog, you know by now just how strict the DUI laws in Arizona are. (Hint: most strict in the nation). So it goes without saying that you should do everything in your power to bolster...
29 Dec MIP: Minor in Possession of Alcohol in Arizona
If you are under 21 and you are caught possessing or consuming alcohol this holiday weekend or otherwise, you can face some serious consequences. If you’re a young adult or if you have children who are in their teens, you’ve likely heard of or have...
19 Dec New Years Eve & Extreme DUI in AZ
We all like to let loose a little and enjoy ourselves around the holidays. Whether it’s New Year’s Eve or any other holiday around this time of year, a few adult beverages are likely to be enjoyed by yourself, friends and family. However, this is...
15 Dec Help! I’ve been charged with Criminal Damage in Arizona
While some acts of property damage might seem like mere juvenile shenanigans, the law certainly doesn’t see it that way. Some crimes that involve tampering, defacing, graffitiing and/or damaging property can have consequences as severe as crimes against people. Even if it’s a minor amount...
05 Dec Decoding “Legalise” Part 2: Everyday Words with other Meanings
In our last post we defined several legal terms you may have heard before, but weren’t sure the meaning of. This week we will discuss some commons terms that you know, but may not know what they mean in a legal setting where they often...
28 Nov Decoding “Legalise”: Common Legal Phrases Defined
While you don’t need to be an expert to break the law, unfortunately sometimes you do need to be one just to understand it! Facing criminal proceedings is stressful enough, and barely understanding the words and phrases the courts are using can only compound your...