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08 Jun What Is Arizona Drug Court?

Posted at 16:57h in Arizona Court System, Arizona Drug Court, Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Criminal Sentencing, Drug Possession, DUI, Laws by Todd Coolidge

Facing drug charges in Arizona can be very scary. Many drug crimes in Arizona carry felony penalties, as well as hefty fines and mandatory jail time. Not to mention the effects that criminal charges can have on your ability to find a job, housing, or...

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14 Jun Can You Get an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card If You Have a Misdemeanor?

Posted at 22:12h in Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Felonies, Fingerprint Clearance Card, Laws, misdemeanor by Todd Coolidge

In the state of Arizona, people working with children, the elderly, and other vulnerable groups need to obtain a fingerprint clearance card before they can be offered employment. They must also keep their clearance card in good standing throughout the length of their employment. However, a...

dangerous offense crime - word danger spray painted in red on concrete

23 Jun What Is Considered a Dangerous Offense in Arizona?

Posted at 00:11h in Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Felonies, Felony, Laws by Todd Coolidge

As everyone knows, felonies are harsher crimes than misdemeanors. For that reason, people convicted of felony crimes face serious penalties like large fines and time in state prison. However, there are some instances where the penalties for a felony can increase even more. If a person...

can you lose your cdl for dui -- commercial truck on the road

11 Jul Can I Lose My Commercial Driver’s License for a DUI in Arizona?

Posted at 20:18h in Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, DUI, Laws by Todd Coolidge

Everyone knows that driving a car, motorcycle, or truck while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal in Arizona. The same is true for those who hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and drive for a living. In fact, DUI penalties for a...

hate crimes in arizona -- woman covering her face with her hands

26 Jul Antisemitic and Hate Crimes on the Rise in Arizona

Posted at 19:49h in Arizona Crime News, Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Hate Crimes, News by Todd Coolidge

Just like all U.S. states, Arizona has laws against antisemitism and hate crimes. Recently, an increase in hate crimes in Arizona spurred state leaders to strengthen these laws. Let’s discuss Arizona’s new and existing hate crime laws, and how they help keep our citizens safe. When...

arizona romeo and juliet law -- two young people holding hands

29 Jul What Is Arizona’s Romeo and Juliet Law?

Posted at 16:54h in Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Felonies, Felony, Laws, Sex Crimes, Sexual Conduct with a Minor by Todd Coolidge

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 college, seeing a live theatrical performance, or watching a...

25 Nov Statutory Rape in Arizona

Posted at 03:00h in Arizona Law by Todd Coolidge

In Arizona, any sexual contact with a minor by someone over the age of 18 is considered statutory rape. Minors are not legally allowed to give consent. Which means sexual contact could mean serving time in federal prison and having to pay steep fines, fees,...

Library books and ladder - due process in criminal cases

18 Nov What Is Due Process, and How Does It Affect a Criminal Case?

Posted at 16:19h in U.S. Constitution by Todd Coolidge

Due process is one of the few topics that the United States Constitution covers twice. Both the Fifth and the Fourteenth Amendments state that in criminal cases, the federal government will not deprive someone of their “life, liberty, or property without due process of law.” The...

green lunch box with sandwich and fruit - illegal to put laxatives in someone's food

22 Aug Don’t Put Laxatives in Someone’s Food: It Could Be a Felony

Posted at 03:25h in Arizona Law by Todd Coolidge

So, Midge at work has been stealing your lunches? Getting tired of making the perfect sandwich creation only to see half of it in the trash? We bet you’ve labeled, written notes, and even tried to hide it behind the expired creamer. While the internet might...

common law vs statutory law; a section of a large library with lots of books

28 Sep Common Law vs. Statutory Law—What’s the Difference?

Posted at 22:01h in Court Systems, Laws by Todd Coolidge

There are two main types of law within our legal system, known as common and statutory law. Both common and statutory laws set a standard of acceptable behavior and justice for both citizens and their government. But while both are essential components of the legal...

certified criminal law specialist Tag

08 Jun What Is Arizona Drug Court?

14 Jun Can You Get an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card If You Have a Misdemeanor?

23 Jun What Is Considered a Dangerous Offense in Arizona?

11 Jul Can I Lose My Commercial Driver’s License for a DUI in Arizona?

26 Jul Antisemitic and Hate Crimes on the Rise in Arizona

25 Nov Statutory Rape in Arizona

18 Nov What Is Due Process, and How Does It Affect a Criminal Case?

22 Aug Don’t Put Laxatives in Someone’s Food: It Could Be a Felony

28 Sep Common Law vs. Statutory Law—What’s the Difference?

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