In a previous post, we covered the difference between a misdemeanor and felony, as well as the different levels and sentences for misdemeanors. In this post, we’d like to discuss felonies in more depth. If you’ve been charged with a felony in Arizona, the first...
There are two main types of law within our legal system, known as common and statutory law. Both common and statutory laws set a standard of acceptable behavior and justice for both citizens and their government. But while both are essential components of the legal...
In previous posts we’ve briefly touched on the Arizona court system and, depending on their nature, examined how cases are handled. If a defendant feels that justice was not served in the conviction of a DUI felony in Arizona, or any other crime, they can...
In a country where heinous crimes occur every day, it might seem preferable to remain ignorant of what is going on around us. However, some crimes can be thwarted with informed and active citizens. In particular, that includes cases of child abduction. At Coolidge Law...
It might seem that a criminal should be held accountable, regardless of when the crime was committed. However, in order to preserve the integrity of evidence (including witness testimony), states enact Statutes of Limitations. Todd Coolidge, of Coolidge Law Firm, thoroughly understands how Arizona criminal...
Wherever you place yourself on the political spectrum of Right to Left or Conservative to Liberal, even if you typically don’t pay much attention to politics, you’ve likely heard that our country is appointing a new Supreme Court Justice. Since the decisions that are handed...