Posts by Josh Kolsrud
Arizona Drug Paraphernalia Offense Under A.R.S 13-3415
This article discusses the following: What is Considered Drug Paraphernalia in Arizona How the Court Determines What is Considered Drug Paraphernalia Is Drug Paraphernalia Legal to Sell and Purchase in Arizona? Penalties for Drug Paraphernalia Offense Defenses Against Drug Paraphernalia Charges Constitutional Considerations: Search and Seizure in Drug Paraphernalia Cases How a Criminal Defense Attorney…
Read MoreHow Does Bailing Someone Out of Jail Work in Arizona
This article discusses the following: Understanding Bail Bonds: Definition According to Arizona Statutes Types of Bail Bonds in Arizona How to Obtain a Bail Bond in Arizona: Step-by-Step Process Understanding Excessive Bail in the Arizona Legal System Differences Between Bail Bondsmen, Bail Agents, and the Role of Bail Bond Companies Factors Influencing Bail Amounts and…
Read MoreBlack Friday and Shoplifting Accusations
This article discusses the following: Black Friday Theft Statistics Understanding Shoplifting Charges in Arizona Legal Consequences of Shoplifting on Black Friday Defense Strategies for Shoplifting Accusations The Role of Surveillance and Witnesses in Shoplifting Cases What Happens When You Confess to Shoplifting How a Criminal Defense Attorney Can Help At Kolsrud Law Offices, led by…
Read MoreOnline Scams: Can You Go To Jail For It?
This article discusses the following: Definition and Characteristics of Online Scams Types of Online Scams AI-Driven Online Scams How Do Police Track Down Scammers When Does the Federal Government Get Involved with Online Scams? Penalties for Online Scams in Arizona Defenses to Online Scams Under Arizona Law How Kolsrud Law Offices Can Help You In…
Read MoreCommon Holiday Crimes and Their Penalties
This article discusses the following: Shoplifting During the Holidays Penalties for Shoplifting Identity Theft Penalties for Identity Theft Domestic Violence Penalties Domestic Violence Frequently Asked Questions Contact a Defense Attorney Today The holiday season, a time of celebration and joy, often paradoxically sees a spike in certain criminal activities. Understanding why crime rates increase during…
Read MoreCriminal Protections in the Constitution: 4th, 5th, and 6th Amendments
This article discusses the following: The 4th Amendment: Protection Against Unreasonable Searches and Seizures The 5th Amendment: The Right to Due Process and Protection Against Self-Incrimination The 6th Amendment: The Right to a Speedy and Public Trial, and Other Trial Rights Exclusionary Rule and Fruit of the Poisonous Tree Doctrine Miranda Rights and the 5th…
Read MoreNavigating FCA and SBA Enforcement: Viet Life Styles November 2023
November 2023 – Viet LifeStyles Magazine In the November 2023 issue of Viet LifeStyles Magazine, Joshua Kolsrud discusses the increasing enforcement of the False Claims Act (FCA) by the U.S. Attorney’s Office, particularly in relation to Small Business Administration (SBA) loans. The FCA, also known as the “Lincoln Law”, aims to punish those who…
Read MoreWhat Does “Stacking Charges” Mean in a Criminal Case?
This article discusses the following: Understanding “Stacking Charges” in Federal Law Implications for Federal Cases in Arizona Federal Sentencing Guidelines and Stacked Charges Hypothetical Scenario: Stacked Charges in a Federal Drug Case Prosecutorial Tactics in Stacking Federal Charges Defending Against Stacked Charges in Federal Cases If you’re facing multiple charges for one event, you’re dealing…
Read MoreDifferent Types of Bail Bonds
This article discusses the following: What are Bail Bonds, and How Does the Process Work? Surety Bonds Cash Bail Bonds Property Bonds Citation Release Recognizance Release Immigration Bail Bonds Federal Bail Bonds How a Criminal Defense Attorney can Help Understanding how the seven different types of bail bonds work and their role in the legal…
Read MoreDrug Charges Elevated to a Felony
This article discusses the following: What is a Felony Drug Charge What is a Misdemeanor Drug Charge Why Was My Misdemeanor Charge Elevated to a Felony Charge What is Possession with Intent Can Prescription Drugs Lead to a Felony Charge? Fighting Felony Drug Charges Contact a Criminal Defense Attorney Drug charges elevated to a felony…
Read MoreSolicitation of Prostitution Charges
This article discusses the following: What is Solicitation of Prostitution in Phoenix Prostitution Laws in Arizona What You Should Know About Sting Operations What Should I Do If I’m Arrested During a “Prostitution Sting” in Arizona? Penalties for Solicitation of Prostitution Defenses Against Solicitation Charges How a Criminal Defense Attorney can Help In Phoenix, Arizona,…
Read MoreWhite Collar Crimes & Investigations
This article discusses the following: What is White Collar Crime? Signs You’re the Target of an Investigation What Agencies Investigate White Collar Crimes? What Types of Evidence are Used to Prosecute White-Collar Crimes? Defenses Against White Collar Crimes Contact an Experienced Defense Attorney In Arizona, the implications of being associated with white collar crimes can…
Read MoreSelling Prescription Drugs in Arizona
This article discusses the following: Can I Face Charges for Possessing My Friend’s Prescription Is Sharing My Prescription with Someone Else Considered Selling? Can I Face Federal Charges for Selling Prescription Drugs? Can Felony Drug Charges Be Reduced? Frequently Asked Questions How a Criminal Defense Attorney Can Help Prescription drug offenses are primarily governed by…
Read MoreThe Reliability of Child Witness Testimony in Criminal Cases
This article discusses the following: Types of Criminal Cases Where a Child Witness Might Testify Issues Related to the Reliability of Child Testimony in Criminal Cases Can a Child Witness Be Excluded from Testifying? Children Testifying in Sex Crime Cases Examples of Inconsistent Statements in Sex Offense Cases Defenses against a Child’s Witness Testimony FAQs…
Read MoreDNA Testing Laws and Regulations- ARS-13-610
This article discusses the following: What is the DNA law in Arizona? Can police use DNA without my consent? Can police access DNA databases? What happens if you refuse to give DNA? What is familial DNA? How a criminal defense attorney can help. In Arizona, DNA testing in criminal cases is governed by Arizona Revised…
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