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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...

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...

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10 May What Are the Elements of a Crime?

Posted at 19:18h in Arizona Law, Criminal Sentencing by Todd Coolidge

In United States criminal law, all crimes can be broken down into different elements. In order to convict the defendant, these elements of a crime must then be proven in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. Most crimes require that three essential elements...

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...

arizona restraining order -- people signing legal documents

01 Jun How Does a Restraining Order Work in Arizona?

Posted at 22:32h in Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Laws, Restraining Order by Todd Coolidge

In Arizona, a restraining order—also called a protective order or “no contact” order—allows a judge to legally stop one person from coming near the other person. If the person named in the restraining order makes contact with the protected party, they are violating the terms...

is road rage illegal -- cars stopped in traffic

25 May Is Road Rage Illegal in Phoenix?

Posted at 21:58h in Arizona Law, Criminal Activity, Laws, misdemeanor, Road Rage, Traffic Offenses by Todd Coolidge

It usually shocks people involved in Phoenix road rage incidents when they get arrested and face criminal charges. “Is road rage illegal?” they’ll ask. In Arizona, there is no specific charge for road rage. However, a driver’s actions during a road rage incident—such as reckless...

armed robbery arizona -- shadow of someone pointing a gun at another person with their hands up

02 May Penalties for Armed Robbery in Arizona

Posted at 21:42h in Arizona Gun Laws, Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Felonies, Felony, Robbery by Todd Coolidge

Armed robbery in Arizona is a very serious offense. It involves not only taking another person’s property without permission, but doing so while using or threatening someone with a deadly weapon. For example, two young men are walking down the sidewalk in Chandler. They approach a...

drug felony arizona -- knocked over prescription pill bottle on a table

20 Apr Is Drug Possession a Felony in Arizona?

Posted at 21:37h in Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Drug Possession, Felonies, Felony, Marijuana by Todd Coolidge

A charge of drug possession felony in Arizona can be a very serious offense. The penalties can escalate quickly, depending on the type of drug in your possession, the quantity, and whether or not this was your first offense. And, those found guilty of possession...

is pointing a laser at a plane illegal - plane flying in the sky between skyscrapers

13 Apr Is It Illegal to Point a Laser at a Plane?

Posted at 16:22h in Arizona Law, Criminal Activity, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Federal Crimes, Federal Laws, misdemeanor by Todd Coolidge

With two major airports in the area—Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport—planes in the skies above Phoenix and Chandler are a regular sight. Although airplanes normally fly a great distance above you, their pilots can be affected by certain things on the...

certified criminal law specialist Tag

26 Jul Antisemitic and Hate Crimes on the Rise in Arizona

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

10 May What Are the Elements of a Crime?

23 Jun What Is Considered a Dangerous Offense in Arizona?

01 Jun How Does a Restraining Order Work in Arizona?

25 May Is Road Rage Illegal in Phoenix?

02 May Penalties for Armed Robbery in Arizona

20 Apr Is Drug Possession a Felony in Arizona?

13 Apr Is It Illegal to Point a Laser at a Plane?

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