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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

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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...

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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

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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...

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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

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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...

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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

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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...

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25 Nov Statutory Rape in Arizona

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

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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,...

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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

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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...

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07 Nov Road Rage: Keeping Your Cool Can Save You from Criminal Charges

Posted at 07:27h in Road Rage by Todd Coolidge

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We have all been behind the wheel and witnessed another driver doing something completely outrageous. Sometimes it may even seem like they’re deliberately trying to provoke you. But how you react to their behavior could have consequences. Keeping your cool could mean the difference between...

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05 Sep Your Quick Guide to Parole in Arizona

Posted at 01:36h in Arizona Law, Parole by Todd Coolidge

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How does parole work in Arizona? Arizona does offer parole - it’s an opportunity for people who are incarcerated to spend less time in prison. This program is intended to give those who have been charged with a crime the chance to prove that they...

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01 Sep What Is the Definition of a Criminal Act in Arizona?

Posted at 06:33h in Arizona Law by Todd Coolidge

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To convict someone of a crime in Arizona, the prosecution must meet a burden of proof. This includes proving that the defendant’s actions meet the definition of a crime. In criminal law, a crime can be broken down into four different elements: criminal acts, criminal...

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28 Sep Hazing Can Have Legal Repercussions

Posted at 05:06h in Arizona Law by Todd Coolidge

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School is back in session, and for some that means welcoming newcomers into their crowd. Whether it happens in a fraternity, a sports team, a sorority, or a theater group, hazing can have criminal repercussions.  Even though hazing might seem like a normal part of joining...

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