Todd Coolidge, Attorney, has over 25 years of experience exclusively as a criminal defense attorney. The Arizona Board of Legal Specialization identifies lawyers who have demonstrated superior knowledge, skill, integrity, professionalism and competence in a specific area of law, to better serve the public by...
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...
What’s the difference between jail and prison? While both describe a place you’d probably prefer not to be, the two types of incarceration are, in fact, very different. Jail vs. Prison in Arizona English is an ever-evolving language, and many people use the words ‘jail’ and ‘prison’...
No matter what you see on tv, drinking or using marijuana when you’re a teenager can have some real-world consequences. Underage possession is a class 1 misdemeanor, and you could end up with a criminal record. The Legal Age Is 21 for Alcohol and Marijuana To legally...
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...
When you learn how to drive, you are expected to learn the rules of the road. When these rules are broken—either on purpose or by accident—you could be ticketed or charged by law enforcement. Arizona House Bill 2419 seeks to change the charges that apply to...
Domestic violence is a serious charge in the state of Arizona. And because domestic violence charges increase the penalties for crimes like assault, they can put you behind bars even longer. Punishments for domestic violence crimes rise significantly if you have previous convictions, but even...
Being charged with a crime is often a long and complicated process, and it can be frightening to worry that no one is on your side. That’s why you need a dedicated defense attorney who will fight to protect your rights and your freedom. But choosing...
Murder, manslaughter, negligent homicide…while all of these crimes involve the death of another individual, the penalties for them are all very different. This quick guide explains the differences between these crimes and the sentences they carry in Arizona. What Are the Differences Between Murder and Manslaughter? There...
Being able to own and carry a weapon is a fundamental right. Guns are part of the culture here in Arizona, and many people choose to carry them as a means of self-defense. Part of being a responsible citizen is knowing the laws surrounding your...