Driving in Arizona is a privilege granted by the state. That means that if the Arizona courts find a reason to, they can take away your license. Whether it was because of multiple DUIs or causing an accident while driving impaired, getting back your license...
In our last blog post, we discussed a well-known clause in our U.S. Constitution’s Fifth Amendment that pertains to your right against self-incrimination. In today’s blog post we’ll highlight another part of our constitution, the phrase due process. These two little words actually appear in...
With Saint Patrick’s Day right around the corner, most of us are preparing our best green getups, planning or RSVPing to parties, and stocking up on the best Irish beers and whiskey. When we’re caught up getting into the spirit of the holiday, it can...
Coolidge Law Firm is proud to announce that we recently had the Court of Appeals accept jurisdiction and issue a memorandum decision in a case of ours regarding the right to counsel (attorney) during an investigation. The case involved Adrian Reyes, to whom we provided counsel,...
As a DUI and Extreme DUI lawyer in Chandler, AZ, Todd Coolidge specializes in handling drunk driving cases in Arizona. And while we strongly caution against driving after consuming any amount of alcohol, it’s important to know the laws and what your rights are, should...
Being convicted of a DUI can change your life. One major change is having to install an Ignition Interlock Device on your vehicle. These devices check your blood alcohol levels with a breathalyzer test before your vehicle will be able to start. They can be...
Most people forget that driving is a privilege and not a right. It is no easy feat to get a driver's license and drive freely. We have to go through a driving course, pass a written driving test, get a permit, be supervised while driving...
Arizona is not the only state that has legal DUI checkpoints on the roads. It is estimated that in the U.S. someone dies from a drunk driving accident every 33 minutes. The best plan when you’re out drinking, is to have a designated driver. This...
One of the first lessons that parents, teachers and other adults impart to us in childhood is not to take things that don’t belong to us. Despite this being a widely-taught cultural value, the concept still seems to get lost on numerous individuals who persist...
One of the most common questions we receive at Coolidge Law is, “What happens if you refuse to take a blood alcohol test?” This question has different answers. It also raises other questions like, “Can you refuse a breathalyzer and request a blood test?” and...