Posts by Josh Kolsrud
Whether to Accept a Plea Bargain in an Arizona Criminal Case or Not
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 Questions How a Criminal Defense Attorney Can Help At Kolsrud Law Offices, we understand that accepting…
Read MoreDiversion Programs Offered in Arizona
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 (DVER) Frequently Asked Questions How A Criminal Defense Attorney can help If you’ve been charged…
Read MoreRomeo and Juliet Law in Arizona
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 and Juliet Laws? FAQs About Romeo And Juliet Law In Arizona Kolsrud Law Offices Is…
Read MoreFederal Drug Trafficking vs. Illegal Drug Importation
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 How Arizona’s Drug Threshold Limits Influence Sentencing Interstate and International Implications of Drug Trafficking and Importation…
Read MoreDifference Between Federal Crime and Arizona State Level Crime
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 versus Federal Laws Analyzing Key Aspects of Federal Criminal Law: The United States Code Influence of…
Read MoreCharged with Unintentional Drug Smuggling Into the US
This article discusses the following: An Overview of Arizona and Federal drug smuggling laws How Unintentional Drug Smuggling Can Occur The Potential Consequences of Unintentional Drug Smuggling The Role of Unawareness in Drug Smuggling Cases Building a Defense Strategy for Unintentional Drug Smuggling Charges The Impact of Prior Unintentional Drug Smuggling Cases Precedents Next Steps…
Read MoreAccused of Using a Weapon During a Bank Robbery
This article discusses the following: Federal Bank Robbery Act and its Ramifications Deciphering ‘Weapons’: A Broad Definition in Bank Robbery Cases Arizona’s State Laws and Their Influence How Do Armed Robbery and Aggravated Robbery Charges Differ? The Intricacies of Federal Sentencing Guidelines Defenses to Armed Robbery Bank robbery is a serious crime, especially when weapons…
Read MoreHow Technology is Changing the Face of Smuggling
This article discusses the following: Understanding Smuggling Under Federal and Arizona Law The Role of Technology in Modern-Day Smuggling Crypto Transactions: The New Face of Smuggling Finances Surveillance Tech and Data Analysis in Smuggling Detection Defending Against Tech-Driven Smuggling Charges: New Approaches The Intersection of Privacy Rights and Anti-Smuggling Tech In today’s world, technology touches…
Read MoreAttorney Josh Kolsrud Comments to ABC 15 About Ongoing Investigation of James Estep
August 23, 2023 – ABC 15 News – Tempe AZ James Estep, a Mesa man accused of multiple rapes, was again taken into custody by Mesa police on new charges of kidnapping and sexual assault after charges against him were dismissed in July by the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office (MCAO), citing a lack of evidence.…
Read MoreTypes of Human Trafficking Offenses
This article discusses the following: An Overview of Human Trafficking Sex Trafficking Peonage Involuntary Servitude Forced Labor Trafficking Concerning Peonage, Involuntary Servitude, or Forced Labor: An In-Depth Understanding Legal Defenses and Rights When Wrongly Accused of Human Trafficking Human trafficking is a term that covers a range of illegal activities. At its heart, human trafficking…
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