In 2019, the Arizona state website reported over 10,000 crashes that were the result of distracted driving. The new Arizona hands free law is intended to help lower the amount of accidents from distracted driving. It also serves to remind drivers to protect themselves and...
Subjects like these are never fun to discuss, but understanding how the law approaches and defines acts like homicide is essential when interacting with our court systems. Todd Coolidge, a Certified Criminal Law Specialist, has handled scores of challenging cases throughout Maricopa County and the...
A normal day can take a sour turn when you see flashing lights in your rearview mirror and suddenly realize you forgot your wallet at home. What happens if you get pulled over without a license? Will you be penalized for an honest mistake? Penalties for...
Property crimes are just what they sound like—crimes against someone else’s property. In fact, property crimes are the most common crimes in Arizona. This category includes acts like theft, robbery, burglary, vandalism, trespassing, and more. And depending on the circumstances, property crimes can be charged...
You might have heard about the arrest of a man who threw two cans of White Claw at an unsuspecting politician during a parade in Texas. This incident left many wondering, "Is throwing a drink someone assault?" The answer is yes. Throwing a drink at...
Yes. You can be arrested for using physical or deadly force in an attempt to defend another person, even if no one was harmed. While you may have had the right intentions, you still broke the law. However, depending on the circumstances, you may not...
What is the "Romeo and Juliet" law in Arizona? If there is one play that William Shakespeare is known for, it is probably “Romeo and Juliet.” Almost everyone is familiar with this tale of tragic young lovers, either from reading it in high school or...
Remember when you were a kid and broke your mom’s cherished vase or spilled juice on her favorite living room rug? Your natural instincts probably kicked in as you hurried to get rid of any and all evidence of your indiscretion. Maybe you cleaned the...
When the suspect of a crime is brought into custody by law enforcement and made aware of their right to an attorney, Coolidge Law Firm (serving Chandler, Gilbert, and Mesa Arizona) ALWAYS recommends they call an experienced criminal defense attorney. The reason? There may not...
Capital punishment, or the death penalty, is a polarizing legal issue in our nation. And it’s extremely relevant to citizens of the Grand Canyon State, as we are one of 31 States in the US where the death penalty is still legal. On three separate...