Posts by Josh Kolsrud
Navigating 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?
Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to top Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to bottom 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…
Read MoreDifferent Types of Bail Bonds
Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to top Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to bottom 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…
Read MoreDrug Charges Elevated to a Felony
Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to top Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to bottom 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…
Read MoreSolicitation of Prostitution Charges
Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to top Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to bottom 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…
Read MoreWhite Collar Crimes & Investigations
Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to top Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to bottom 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…
Read MoreSelling Prescription Drugs in Arizona
Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to top Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to bottom 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…
Read MoreThe Reliability of Child Witness Testimony in Criminal Cases
Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to top Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to bottom 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…
Read MoreDNA Testing Laws and Regulations- ARS-13-610
Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to top Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to bottom 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…
Read MorePre-Indictment and Pre-Charges in Arizona
Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to top Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to bottom This article discusses the following: Understanding the Need for Pre-Indictment and Pre-Charge Representation What Are My Rights Before Charges Are Filed? Will I Look Guilty If I Hire a Lawyer for Pre-Charge Legal Representation? How Long Does the Pre-Indictment…
Read MoreWhether to Accept a Plea Bargain in an Arizona Criminal Case or Not
Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to top Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to bottom This article discusses the following: Understanding the Types of Plea Deals in Arizona Pros and Cons of Plea Bargains Potential Consequences for the Defense When Accepting a Plea Bargain Rejecting a Plea Bargain and Your Next Steps Frequently Asked…
Read MoreDiversion Programs Offered in Arizona
Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to top Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to bottom This article discusses the following: How Arizona Misdemeanor Diversion Programs Work Who Can Participate in a Diversion Program Diversion Program Requirements and Costs Felony Diversion Program (formerly Drug Diversion and Felony Pretrial Intervention Program) Domestic Violence Excessive Response Diversion…
Read MoreRomeo and Juliet Law in Arizona
Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to top Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to bottom This article discusses the following: What is the Romeo and Juliet Law? How does the Romeo and Juliet law fit into Arizona’s statutory rape laws? What is Arizona’s Mistake of Age Law, and How Does It Differ from Romeo…
Read MoreFederal Drug Trafficking vs. Illegal Drug Importation
Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to top Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to bottom This article discusses the following: Understanding Drug Trafficking under Arizona and Federal Law Deciphering Illegal Drug Importation Laws in the U.S. Comparing Penalties: Drug Trafficking and Illegal Drug Importation The Role of the Controlled Substances Act in Drug-Related Offenses…
Read MoreDifference Between Federal Crime and Arizona State Level Crime
Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to top Row edge-slant Shape Decorative svg added to bottom This article discusses the following: Understanding the Jurisdictional Differences: Federal versus State Laws in Arizona The Implication of Dual Sovereignty in Prosecution: How One Act Can Be a Crime at Both Levels The Fundamental Distinctions in Arizona State Laws…
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