When we hear the word extortion, images of mobsters and the mafia likely arise. Scenes and lines from Scarface or the Godfather are brought to mind. In general, extortion is a crime of power and the abuse of that power. As a criminal defense law...
Domestic violence is a frightening offense. According to the Domestic Shelters website, “An estimated 1.3 million women are victims of physical assault by an intimate partner each year.” And that is just the number of cases that are reported annually. Domestic violence is one of...
Elected officials on both a State and County level are in charge of passing new legislation that benefits the people in their communities. In fact, hundreds of laws have already been passed this year by the Arizona Legislature. Some of these laws will be felt...
It’s the holiday season once again. And with the season comes a higher percentage of drivers on the road who are under the influence. As a criminal defense law firm, Coolidge Law encourages all Arizona residents to drive safely and responsibly. If you are pulled...
Arizona has strict laws regarding criminal convictions and the right to own and operate a firearm. However, your right to own a firearm can be restored in certain circumstances. In Arizona, all felony convictions and some misdemeanor convictions mean losing your Second Amendment right to...
What are the ignition interlock device laws in Arizona? If you’ve been convicted of a DUI in Chandler, Gilbert or Tempe, the state of Arizona may suspend or revoke your license. After you’ve served your license suspension or revocation, you can apply to regain your...
There are three elements that must present in any crime: the criminal act itself (Actus reus), criminal intent (mens rea), and a concurrence of the previous two. Inchoate crimes, on the other hand, are actions that are undertaken in order to complete a certain target...
Solicitation is an inchoate crime that involves an individual or group seeking out other individuals to participate in a crime that constitutes a felony or misdemeanor. Perhaps the most well-known form of solicitation is prostitution. To this day, the only state that has legalized prostitution...
Police brutality and excessive force are issues that have been brought to the forefront of our minds lately. But they are not the only form of police misconduct. It involves all illegal or unethical actions or the violation of individuals’ constitutional rights by police officers...
Being falsely accused of a crime is a frightening experience. Even if you survive the accusations, your life still might be greatly impacted. Bitter breakups and divorces are common times when people make false allegations. If you have been accused of a crime you did...