Blog Entries in 2015 | Criminal Defense Attorney in Plano

Senate Agrees on Sentencing Reform Bill

Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 29-Dec-2015

After federal sentencing reform gained massive support this year, the Senate has reached a bipartisan compromise on reform legislation aimed at reducing our nation’s overcrowded prison population and saving taxpayer money. The bill, which was ...

Explaining the motives behind public exposure

Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 19-Nov-2015

The range of sex crimes for which we here at The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass have seen our clients in Dallas accused of is vast. These include indecent exposure. If you have been saddled with such charge, then you are likely concerned about the ...

A Brief History of Miranda Rights

Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 17-Nov-2015

When developing strategies for your defense, one of the factors your criminal defense attorney may consider is whether the arresting officers followed proper protocol. Officers are required to inform you of your Miranda rights, which were established ...

A Look at the Structure of the Texas Court System

Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 7-Nov-2015

There are two basic types of cases that courts handle. Civil cases involve matters such as lawsuits and criminal cases involve unlawful offenses. There are also two basic types of courts. The trial courts are the first to hear a case, whereas the ...

Understanding White Collar Crimes

Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 6-Nov-2015

White collar crimes are offenses characterized by the use of deceit for unlawful financial gain. They often do not involve violence; however, they are not victimless crimes. These types of felony charges can lead to lengthy prison sentences and large ...

Comparing online copyright infringement and fair use

Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 29-Oct-2015

Recent advances in online technology have made it easier than ever for Dallas residents to share information. Yet with the increase in personal, professional, and commercial online interactions has also come concerns over copyright infringement. Few ...

What Happens If Your Child Is Charged with a Crime?

Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 29-Oct-2015

Hearing that a child has been charged with a crime is one of a parent’s worst nightmares. Even when children make careless or reckless mistakes without the intent to cause harm, they may acquire a criminal record that can jeopardize their ...

A Look at Kidnapping and Unlawful Restraint Charges

Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 27-Oct-2015

Kidnapping and unlawful restraint charges are serious criminal offenses that can result in severe legal penalties. A criminal defense lawyer may need to defend you against charges of unlawful restraint if you’re accused of preventing a person ...

What are RICO crimes?

Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 23-Oct-2015

You, like many in Dallas, have likely heard the term “RICO crimes” used in associated with organized crime syndicates or drug trafficking operations. Yet what does this term mean, and is it only applied to clandestine criminal ...

What Are the Consequences of Being on Probation in Texas?

Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 22-Oct-2015

If you’ve been placed on probation, it’s important that you carefully review your court order or have your criminal defense attorney explain it to you. The specific conditions of your term of probation may vary, depending on the criminal ...

Defending Yourself Against Sex Crime Charges

Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 20-Oct-2015

The most effective way to defend yourself against accusations or formal charges of sex crimes is to contact a sex offender attorney as soon as possible. Your criminal defense attorney should be present during all interviews with police officers to ...

Teach Your Children Internet Safety with These Tips

Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 17-Oct-2015

Given the significant amount of time kids and teenagers spend online, teaching children about internet safety is a paramount concern. The earlier these issues are discussed, the better. As soon as your children are old enough to use an electronic ...

The legality of using drug sniffing dogs during traffic stops

Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 15-Oct-2015

Ask anyone in Dallas if law enforcement needs to first have a warrant in order to use dogs to try and detect the presence of drugs in a home, and he or she would likely answer yes. He or she would be right, too. The United States Supreme Court has ...

Teacher arrested for allegedly soliciting minors via social media

Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 9-Oct-2015

In cases that involve alleged sex crimes in Dallas, the penalties that one may face for the sexual offenses alone can be very serious. Yet combine those charges with aggravating factors, and one could see an offense that may normally carry with it a ...

Answering Questions About Burglary Laws in Texas

Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 8-Oct-2015

Under Texas criminal law, an individual could be charged with burglary or criminal trespass if he or she is suspected of having unlawfully entered into a building. However, these are considered separate crimes. Burglary is considered to be more ...

Blog Posts in 2015