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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...

10 Mar Landmark Ruling on Out-of-State Medical Marijuana Cards in AZ

Posted at 20:10h in Disorderly Conduct, Drug Possession, Felonies, Laws, Legal Process, misdemeanor, Todd Coolidge by Todd Coolidge

Todd Coolidge of Coolidge Law Firm, serving the Greater Metro-Phoenix Arizona area, has won another landmark case! Recently, The Court of Appeals made a ruling on his oral argument in the case of a California man traveling in Arizona with a physician recommendation for cannabis....

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06 Dec Penalties for First Degree Murder in Arizona

Posted at 17:21h in Capital Punishment, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Felony, First-Degree Murder, Todd Coolidge by Todd Coolidge

The act of killing another person is a very serious crime with very serious consequences. First degree murder is the highest level of homicide, and it will be punished harshly. If you find yourself facing a charge of first degree murder in Arizona, you will...

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14 Nov Facing an Aggravated Crime Sentence in Arizona

Posted at 23:20h in Arizona Court System, Criminal Sentencing by Todd Coolidge

In a previous blog post we discussed the Arizona minimum mandatory sentencing guidelines for felonies, which act as a baseline when judges are determining how to punish a convicted criminal. From there, the judge will look at evidence and facts presented that would either mitigate...

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11 Aug False Accusations

Posted at 08:00h in Felonies, Forgery, Fraud, Laws, Legal Process by Todd Coolidge

False accusations, or false reporting, may seem far fetched at times but they do happen and can be particularly damaging to you and your family. Unfortunately, accusations that are falsified happen more regularly than they should. Coolidge Law serves the metro Phoenix area (Gilbert, Mesa,...

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30 Oct What is the Definition of Probable Cause?

Posted at 12:00h in Constitution by Todd Coolidge

If you’ve ever been pulled over and had your car searched, or been arrested for a crime, you may be left wondering if probable cause was established. You might even want to know exactly what probable cause is, to begin with. What is Probable Cause? Probable cause...

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24 Oct What is the Difference Between Assault and Battery?

Posted at 16:02h in Assault by Todd Coolidge

You have probably heard these two crimes mentioned together: “assault and battery.” However, they are separate crimes. Assault and battery often occur together, which causes confusion—so what is the difference between assault and battery? What is Assault? In Arizona, assault charges are usually categorized as misdemeanors. They...

dna swab, wrongful convictions due to forensic science

18 Sep The Problems with Forensic Evidence in Criminal Cases

Posted at 12:15h in Tampering with Evidence by Todd Coolidge

What is Forensic Science? When thinking about forensics, most of us imagine scientists gathering DNA evidence from a crime scene. However, there are several disciplines in the forensic field. The AAFS (American Academy of Forensic Sciences) includes eleven different types of forensics in its organization. These...

06 Aug Requirements of a Valid Guilty Plea

Posted at 17:19h in Legal Representation by Todd Coolidge

At Coolidge Law, we understand that pleading guilty might not be your first choice, but sometimes it’s your only choice. Even if you are innocent, the evidence may be stacked against you, or you might have prior convictions, which could sway a jury of your...

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28 Jun Fifth Amendment Right Against Self-Incrimination

Posted at 21:24h in Constitution by Todd Coolidge

When a person is arrested they are read the Miranda Warning. In addition to having the right to an attorney, individuals have the right to remain silent and not incriminate themselves. Before the landmark case of Miranda v. Arizona, this right against self-incrimination was only...

defense attorney Tag

03 Jan When Is Self-Defense Justified in Arizona?

10 Mar Landmark Ruling on Out-of-State Medical Marijuana Cards in AZ

06 Dec Penalties for First Degree Murder in Arizona

14 Nov Facing an Aggravated Crime Sentence in Arizona

11 Aug False Accusations

30 Oct What is the Definition of Probable Cause?

24 Oct What is the Difference Between Assault and Battery?

18 Sep The Problems with Forensic Evidence in Criminal Cases

06 Aug Requirements of a Valid Guilty Plea

28 Jun Fifth Amendment Right Against Self-Incrimination

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