Arizona Law

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01 Apr What Is Considered Sexual Assault?

Posted at 17:04h in Arizona Law, Criminal Activity, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Felonies, Felony, Sex Crimes by Todd Coolidge

Sexual assault is an extremely serious charge in the state of Arizona. A person found guilty of sexual assault faces not only a felony conviction on their record, but also placement on the sex offender registry. These penalties can impact a person's life forever, affecting...

15 Mar What Is a Wobbler Law?

Posted at 15:47h in Arizona Court System, Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Felonies, Felony, Laws, misdemeanor by Todd Coolidge

Every crime in Arizona has a penalty, and usually, the penalties are very specific. For example, the penalty for first degree murder is either life in prison or capital punishment. However, there are some crimes where the penalty may change, increase, or decrease, depending on...

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21 Feb Penalties for Criminal Damage in Phoenix

Posted at 21:26h in Arizona Law, Criminal Damage, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Felonies by Todd Coolidge

A person who recklessly or intentionally damages another person's property may face charges of criminal damage in Arizona. In some cases, property damage can carry serious penalties, including fines and jail time. What is criminal damage? Let’s take a look at an example. Late one night,...

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14 Feb What Public Benefits Do Felons Lose If Convicted?

Posted at 22:08h in Arizona Law, Civil Law, Constitution, Felonies, Felony by Todd Coolidge

Being charged with a crime impacts the rest of your life. Those with a criminal record may find it difficult to find employment and housing. Depending on your crime—and whether it’s a felony conviction—they may lose some public benefits and civil liberties. This article explains...

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31 Jan Am I Liable If My Dog Bites Another Person?

Posted at 22:30h in Arizona Law, Criminal Damage, Laws by Todd Coolidge

Although dogs may be man’s best friend, they are still animals, and will sometimes act in an unexpected way. For example, a non-aggressive dog can suddenly growl and snap at a person if they feel stressed or threatened. And, if a dog bites and injures...

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19 Jan What Are the Different Types of Homicide in Arizona?

Posted at 22:09h in Arizona Law, Felonies, Felony, First-Degree Murder, Homicide, Manslaughter, Todd Coolidge by Todd Coolidge

Murder is the most serious offense you can commit in Arizona. Because homicide charges are such grievous offenses, they carry the highest penalties. If found guilty of an Arizona homicide, you may even face the death penalty under certain circumstances. In the state of Arizona, there...

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13 Jan When Can a Juvenile Be Tried as an Adult in Arizona

Posted at 17:48h in Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Felonies, Felony, Juvenile Law, Laws, Todd Coolidge by Todd Coolidge

Under normal circumstances, a juvenile defendant under the age of 18 is sent to juvenile court for their crimes. However, a juvenile charged with felony crimes may find themselves being treated as an adult with adult-level penalties. For example, let’s say a gang initiates three 15-year-old...

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07 Jan Understanding Second Degree Murder in Arizona

Posted at 22:46h in Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Felonies, Felony, Todd Coolidge by Todd Coolidge

Second degree murders in Arizona are an extremely serious offense. If found guilty, defendants face lengthy jail time in state prison. Two men are leaving a bar at the same time on a Friday night. One of them says something to the other, and the other...

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03 Jan When Is Self-Defense Justified in Arizona?

Posted at 21:20h in Arizona Court System, Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Laws, Legal Representation, Todd Coolidge by Todd Coolidge

There is no doubt that being threatened with physical harm is extremely scary. Sadly, these types of violent crimes do occur each year, including in Arizona. What many people do not realize is that Arizona law allows victims of violent crimes to defend themselves in...

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22 Dec Can You Vote if You Have a Felony in Arizona?

Posted at 16:16h in Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Felonies, Felony, News, U.S. Constitution by Todd Coolidge

Felonies are the most severe type of crimes, and they carry the toughest penalties. While most people understand that a felony crime conviction includes jail time and fines, they may not realize they can lose certain rights if they plead guilty to a felony. One...

Arizona Law

01 Apr What Is Considered Sexual Assault?

15 Mar What Is a Wobbler Law?

21 Feb Penalties for Criminal Damage in Phoenix

14 Feb What Public Benefits Do Felons Lose If Convicted?

31 Jan Am I Liable If My Dog Bites Another Person?

19 Jan What Are the Different Types of Homicide in Arizona?

13 Jan When Can a Juvenile Be Tried as an Adult in Arizona

07 Jan Understanding Second Degree Murder in Arizona

03 Jan When Is Self-Defense Justified in Arizona?

22 Dec Can You Vote if You Have a Felony in Arizona?

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