Blog Posts in 2011

• Important Differences between How State and Federal Charges Are Tried

  Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 28-Dec-2011

  While the federal court system and state court system share many similarities, there are several important differences between the two. There is a significant difference between being charged with a federal and a state crime. Bail For state cases, ...

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• What Can Happen to You if You Commit a White Collar Crime?

  Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 14-Dec-2011

  White-collar crime is a phrase used to define non-violent crimes, usually committed in a workplace or professional setting, involving the use of deceit to obtain money or property. Some common types of white-collar crimes include embezzlement, tax ...

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• 3 Reasons to Hire a DWI Defense Attorney

  Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 25-Nov-2011

  It’s no secret that alcohol greatly impairs one’s judgment. If you are arrested and charged with a DUI, contact an attorney right away—whether you are innocent or not. Here are a few key reasons to hire a DWI/DUI attorney to ...

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• Criminal Convictions and the Consequences They Have on Your Life

  Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 24-Nov-2011

  Most U.S. citizens are content to live within the bounds of the law, with no desire to drive drunk, steal, or commit any sort of crime. Unfortunately, the justice system is not perfect and all too often an innocent person is faced with the ...

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• Top 5 White Collar Crimes

  Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 17-Nov-2011

  Not all crimes are committed by the poor and desperate. As we endure these harsh economic times, we’re becoming increasingly aware of white collar crimes, often committed by the very wealthy. Some of the most common types of white collar crimes ...

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• What's the Difference Between Misdemeanors & Felonies?

  Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 10-Nov-2011

  You’ve probably heard the words “misdemeanor” and “felony” thrown around quite a bit in various movies and TV shows. You know they refer to the seriousness of a crime, but how so? What are some of their consequences? ...

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