You’d be hard-pressed to find anyone to argue the point that technology’s solutions to problems usually provide much more effective results than state laws do. Case in point? Uber, the ridesharing company. While Todd Coolidge and the staff at Coolidge Law Firm fight to protect...
Arizona is a zero-tolerance state when it comes to driving under the influence of drugs. Even with a valid prescription, you could still be charged with a DUI. The penalty for a drug-related DUI charge can be time spent in jail, heavy fines, and the...
In the past, having the wrong kind of identification made purchasing alcohol more challenging, even when over the age of 21. If you still had your vertical-oriented driver’s license or ID, liquor sales were prohibited by law even if the ID indicated that you were...
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...
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 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...