If you have been charged with a crime, the prosecution might offer you a plea bargain. They might offer to reduce your charges, like dropping a felony to a misdemeanor. Or they might offer to drop multiple other charges against you if you plead guilty...
Todd Coolidge—Sex Crime Defense Attorney in Phoenix The consequences of a sex crime conviction in Phoenix can be severe. However, there are many incidents where false allegations have been brought against an individual. In these situations, there are ways to build a strong defense against...
Sex crimes involving a minor in Arizona are a serious offense. And if charged and convicted, a defendant can face up to 35 years in prison (possibly more depending on the conviction). For this reason, if you’ve been arrested for a sex crime involving a...
As a border state to Mexico, Arizona is a highly drug-trafficked state, and therefore, has severe penalties for dangerous drug possession, drug use, and manufacture and transportation of drugs. Specifically, the possession of methamphetamine in Arizona is a crime that is punished more harshly than...
Arizona is a state that imposes harsh punitive measures on sex offenders, particularly when the crime involves a minor. In addition to jail time and fines, many sex offenses require lifetime registration as a sex offender. For this reason, if you’ve been arrested or charged...
Street art (or graffiti) is just an artistic expression, right? Yes and no. You may decorate the side of any building with your art, IF you have express, written permission from the owner. Without permission, graffiti becomes criminal damage in Arizona. Street Art in Phoenix, AZ Buildings...
In 2022, an Arizona law enforcement officer was convicted of computer tampering. He had used his credentials to access the records databases of the department and state for personal use. This type of police misconduct was remedied with the resignation of the officer, and computer...
Being charged with a crime can change your life. If you are new to the criminal justice system, it might be confusing when you are charged with a class 3 misdemeanor. What does that even mean? Understanding your charges is the first step in taking an...
In our wide open state, driving is the easiest way to get from point A to point B. And if driving might be your preferred mode of transportation, you need to make sure you have a valid driver’s license. Driving with an expired, revoked, or suspended...
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...