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30 Nov What Are the Arizona Cyber Crime Laws (ARS 13-2316)?

Posted at 20:26h in Arizona Law, Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, Felonies, Felony, Technology, Todd Coolidge by Todd Coolidge, Certified Criminal Law Specialist

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In today’s world, people use computers for everything. From business deals to banking transactions to ordering groceries online, computers are a mainstay in our lives. This increased use of computers has sparked a rise in cyber crimes. In Arizona, if you are charged with a...

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18 Sep The Problems with Forensic Evidence in Criminal Cases

Posted at 12:15h in Tampering with Evidence by Todd Coolidge, Certified Criminal Law Specialist

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  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...

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06 Aug Requirements of a Valid Guilty Plea

Posted at 17:19h in Legal Representation by Todd Coolidge, Certified Criminal Law Specialist

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  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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22 Nov Do You Know These Thanksgiving Facts & Figures?

Posted at 23:38h in Uncategorized by Todd Coolidge, Certified Criminal Law Specialist

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Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving this year or traveling to visit friends and family, at Coolidge Law Firm, we want to wish you a happy and safe holiday. We’ve also pulled together a few interesting holiday facts and figures that you may or may not already...

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08 Oct What is the Difference Between Jail & Prison

Posted at 18:04h in Criminal Sentencing by Todd Coolidge, Certified Criminal Law Specialist

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Any time spent locked up is going to be unpleasant. That’s why it’s important to hire the right criminal defense attorney from the start. At Coolidge Law Firm, we’ve been extremely successful in pre-file representation. This type of representation is conducted before charges are ever...

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12 Sep 5 Weird and Outdated Laws in the US

Posted at 19:20h in Laws by Todd Coolidge, Certified Criminal Law Specialist

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Article III of the US Constitution lays out the legal powers and boundaries of the Judicial Branch of our Government, permitting them to make sensible laws to protect and defend the American people and society. As our nation evolves, however, some of these statutes have...

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06 Aug Can My Lawyer Withdraw from Representing Me?

Posted at 21:35h in Arizona Law, Legal Representation by Todd Coolidge, Certified Criminal Law Specialist

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When is a lawyer legally permitted to withdraw from a case? As a criminal defense attorney serving the Metro-Phoenix area, Todd Coolidge believes his clients should know their rights when it comes to their legal representation. You, the defendant, retain the right to fire your...

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14 Jun Arizona’s New Cellphone Law: Texting & Handheld Calls

Posted at 00:22h in Arizona Law, Traffic Offenses by Todd Coolidge, Certified Criminal Law Specialist

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By this spring, 47 states had already banned handheld calls and texting while driving. And in April (2019), Arizona joined the club—making it State 48 once again. Montana and Missouri are the remaining two that have yet to follow the majority. Arizona’s new cellphone laws...

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17 May What are the Major Types of Cybercrime?

Posted at 16:56h in Arizona Law by Todd Coolidge, Certified Criminal Law Specialist

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The rise of the digital age and tremendous advancements in technology come with both positive and negative impacts on our daily lives. For example, never before has information been so easily accessible and shareable. This fact enables us to store information online, work remotely, and...

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19 Apr What are the 5 Types of Criminal Offenses in Arizona?

Posted at 16:29h in Arizona Law by Todd Coolidge, Certified Criminal Law Specialist

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As a certified criminal law specialist in Arizona, Todd Coolidge has handled criminal cases of every category and degree. Criminal offenses in Arizona can be broken down into 5 broad categories: (1) personal or violent crime; (2) property crime; (3) white-collar crime; (4) public order...

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