Delays in the Cudjoe Young Murder Case | Criminal Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud Weighs in on 12News

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October 16,  2025 -12 News Phoenix The ongoing legal proceedings surrounding Cudjoe Young have attracted significant public attention. Young is currently facing both first-degree murder and kidnapping charges in connection to the killing of Mercedes Vega, alongside an earlier charge for armed robbery involving Vega and several other dancers in Phoenix. Notably, Young’s trials have…

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Police Helicopter Crash Fallout: Could Felony Murder Apply?

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Defense attorney Josh Kolsrud explains that felony murder doesn’t require intent to kill — only that a death is a foreseeable result of committing a dangerous felony. In this case, he notes that if investigators determine the suspect was firing at the police helicopter, or even exchanging gunfire with officers while the helicopter was actively involved in the pursuit, felony murder charges could apply.

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Was Nicolas Maduro Capture Legal? Federal Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud Breaks It Down With Fox 10 News

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Josh Kolsrud opens by cutting straight to the point on international law, calling it largely ineffective due to the lack of any real enforcement mechanism. In his view, global politics operate less on written rules and more on power dynamics between nations. Strong countries act, weaker countries react. Because of this imbalance, Josh explains that international law is unlikely to stop or meaningfully challenge the U.S. action against Nicolas Maduro. From a practical standpoint, he believes any international legal challenge would go nowhere.

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Circumstantial Case, High Stakes: Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud Breaks Down the Michael Abadi Murder Charges

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According to Kolsrud, investigators do not have a confession, a murder weapon, or direct forensic proof tying Michael Abattii to the shooting. What they do have are travel records and timestamps allegedly showing Abattii driving from California to Pinetop and back within a 24-hour window. Kolsrud noted this timeline will be central to prosecutors attempting to establish motive, means, and opportunity—but stressed that circumstantial evidence alone still leaves significant room for doubt.

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TikTok Settlement Signals Trouble for Big Tech, Says Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud

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In his Phoenix Fox 10 Talks appearance, defense attorney Josh Kolsrud frames the TikTok social media addiction settlement as part of a much larger legal pattern—one that closely mirrors the historic lawsuits against Big Tobacco. Josh explains that the core legal question isn’t simply about overuse or personal responsibility, but about what these companies knew, when they knew it, and whether they adequately warned young users about potential harm.

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When the First Amendment Collides With Itself: Josh Kolsrud on Don Lemon’s Federal Arrest

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In his Phoenix Fox 10 Talks appearance, defense attorney Josh Kolsrud breaks down what he calls a fascinating constitutional clash: the First Amendment battling itself. On one side—freedom of speech and the press. On the other—freedom of religion and the right to worship without obstruction. Kolsrud explains that federal laws like the FACE Act and the Ku Klux Klan Act specifically prohibit interfering with religious services. The legal turning point, he says, isn’t that Don Lemon entered a church—but whether Lemon crossed the line from journalist to participant by facilitating, directing, or obstructing the protest inside.

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Phoenix Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud Offers Insights Into Teacher-Student Assault

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In his Phoenix 12 News interview, defense attorney Josh Kolsrud zeroed in on the self-defense claim being floated in the case. Based on the facts shared by the school, Kolsrud said he does not see a viable self-defense argument, emphasizing that striking a child in the back doesn’t align with how self-defense is legally defined. His analysis suggests that even if a classroom situation was chaotic, the alleged response crosses a legal line—especially when force is used against a student who is not actively threatening the adult.

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Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud: Prosecution’s Case Against Brendan Banfield May Be on Shaky Ground

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In his recent appearance on Court TV, Defense attorney Josh Kolsrud argued that though the Brendan Banfield case is deeply disturbing—he cautions that the prosecution’s version of events should not be taken at face value. While prosecutors allege an elaborate, premeditated plot involving a fetish website and a staged attack, Kolsrud emphasizes that these are still allegations, not proven facts. He outlines three competing narratives the jury must consider: that the au pair orchestrated the events, that Banfield did, or that Banfield walked in believing his wife was under attack and reacted in the moment.

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Monique Tepe and Spencer Tepe Murders – Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud Breaks Down the Evidence Trail

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efense attorney Josh Kolsrud says this case immediately stands out because of what wasn’t found at the scene. He notes the lack of forced entry strongly suggests investigators will rely heavily on advanced forensic techniques rather than eyewitness accounts or obvious physical clues. Drawing a comparison to the Idaho Kohberger case, Kolsrud explains that crimes like this often hinge on digital evidence and subtle forensic trails rather than traditional break-in scenarios.

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Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud Weighs In On the Charlie Kirk Shooting Case

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As the legal proceedings against Tyler Robinson, accused in the high-profile shooting death of Charlie Kirk, take shape, Kolsrud Law Offices founder Josh Kolsrud recently shared his insights on AZFamily 3TV. With Robinson facing a host of state and potentially federal charges, Josh offered an in-depth analysis of the legal landscape and procedural hurdles ahead.

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Attorney Josh Kolsrud Analyzes Charges in the Shooting Death of Charlie Kirk

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The recent, tragic shooting death of political commentator Charlie Kirk during a public event at Utah Valley University has captured national attention. With authorities charging 22-year-old Tyler Robinson in connection to the crime, the looming legal proceedings are under intense public scrutiny. Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud, was recently invited to share his expert legal insight on 3TV Phoenix. Here, we highlight Josh’s unique perspectives on the case, the charges, and its unprecedented legal complexities.

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Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud Weighs In on the High-Profile Charlie Kirk Shooting Case

Defense Attorney Josh Kolsrud Weighs In On Charlie Kirk Shooting

In the wake of the tragic shooting of political commentator Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University, national attention has turned to the ongoing investigation and its far-reaching legal implications. Prominent Phoenix defense attorney Josh Kolsrud was recently invited to share his expertise on Fox10 News, offering invaluable insight into the complexities of the case and its potential impact on criminal defense law.

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