Appeals - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 7-Jun-2013
It is important to understand that an initial guilty verdict is not necessarily the final word in your case. If have been charged with a federal crime or convicted at trial, you should understand how an appeal works. Here is what you need to know ...
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Child Pornography - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 7-Mar-2013
A Texas man is facing child pornography possession charges after police found explicit pictures of underage minors on his computer and other electronic devices. The police said they received a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited ...
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Child Sex Crimes - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 2-Jan-2014
There are some occasions when a person is charged with a crime when there may be significant evidence against them. In these types of situations, when a conviction is highly probable, it may serve the person facing the criminal charges better to work ...
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Computer Crime - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 21-Jan-2015
In the information age, there are a number of new tech-related crimes that people are accused of committing, such as computer fraud and cyber bullying. In Dallas, Texas, and throughout the nation, some people aren't even aware of the different ...
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The Difference Between the Federal and State Court System
Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 16-Jun-2016
The U.S. Constitution created a federal system of government, which features a balance of power between the federal government and state governments. Because of federalism, individuals may be tried in either state or federal court, depending on the ...
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Cyber Bullying - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 13-Aug-2014
From copyright infringement to identity theft and cyber bullying, there are all sorts of web-related crimes people can be accused of committing. Internet crimes are serious charges that have the potential to permanently change someone's life, ...
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 13-Jan-2016
One of the most serious charges a person can face is a sexual offense involving a person under the age of 17. Crimes involving the online solicitation of a minor are aggressively prosecuted by both the Texas state government and the federal ...
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 21-May-2013
Individuals convicted of domestic violence may face more restrictions and requirements if a proposed bill in Texas is passed. Texas lawmakers recently proposed a bill that would create a domestic violence registry for the state to track people with a ...
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Drug Crimes - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 28-Jan-2015
Unless you are familiar with the large number of Texas state and federal guidelines regarding drug-related offenses, you may not understand when and how you are breaking the law. For instance, you may not be aware of the circumstances under which ...
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 18-Feb-2016
A former New Mexico doctor has pleaded guilty to federal charges for defrauding Medicare and illegally dispensing prescription painkillers, leading to the death of a woman. The licensed physician, who had a neurology subspecialty, operated a pain ...
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 5-Aug-2014
When someone has been charged with drug possession, drug trafficking or drug manufacturing, their life may never be the same. If they are found guilty, the serious consequences that come with being convicted of drug offenses could permanently alter ...
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 21-Apr-2015
As the debate over the legalization of recreational and medicinal marijuana continues in the states across the country, attitudes toward the drug are beginning to change. Not only is marijuana becoming more socially acceptable as a relatively safe ...
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 5-Aug-2014
When someone has been charged with drug possession, drug trafficking or drug manufacturing, their life may never be the same. If they are found guilty, the serious consequences that come with being convicted of drug offenses could permanently alter ...
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Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 30-Oct-2014
Texas law has enacted harsh penalties for those convicted of DWI/DUI charges. If you’ve been arrested for a DWI charge, contact a criminal lawyer right away. Your criminal attorney can ensure the police follow proper enforcement procedure to ...
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 10-Mar-2015
Unlike many criminal charges, building a case against and prosecuting white collar crime can take years. Many situations involve multiple charges, such as blackmail, bribery, fraud, embezzlement or extortion. Because there is a wide range of types of ...
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Federal Crimes - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 11-May-2012
Though the judicial process should be fair and impartial, it can be complicated by errors in the judicial procedure and due process. In trials that have been complicated by these errors, whether at the state or federal level, the defendant may want ...
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Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 28-Dec-2014
After being convicted of a felony in Texas, you can expect severe legal consequences. You’ll likely serve a term of incarceration in prison, rather than the local jail, and you may be required to serve a period of probation upon your release. A ...
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 9-May-2014
When someone has been accused of committing a white collar crime, there are a number of issues they may have to deal with. On top of worrying about penalties, such as jail time and costs, they could lose their job and suffer from a damaged ...
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 10-Mar-2015
Unlike many criminal charges, building a case against and prosecuting white collar crime can take years. Many situations involve multiple charges, such as blackmail, bribery, fraud, embezzlement or extortion. Because there is a wide range of types of ...
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 18-Feb-2016
A former New Mexico doctor has pleaded guilty to federal charges for defrauding Medicare and illegally dispensing prescription painkillers, leading to the death of a woman. The licensed physician, who had a neurology subspecialty, operated a pain ...
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Human Trafficking - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 28-Sep-2012
Human trafficking is drawing the attention of Texas legislators as recent cases across the state have pushed this sex crime into political consciousness. According to the Dallas News, human trafficking is rapidly becoming one of the most profitable ...
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Identity Theft - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 1-Apr-2015
In general, people who use, possess or transfer someone else's personal identity information without permission have committed a crime. According to the Attorney General of Texas, you may be accused of identity theft if you have used any of the ...
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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 ...
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insider Trading - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 18-Aug-2014
Those who have been accused of committing a white collar crime could experience a number of long-term hardships because of the allegations. In addition to spending time behind bars, they may have a very hard time finding work in their occupation ...
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Internet Crimes - Click here to view all posts
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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 ...
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 24-Dec-2013
Readers in Dallas are likely aware that if a person who has been arrested and charged with a criminal offense, such as sexual assault, there will likely be serious consequences. The effects of allegations of a sex crime, however, reach far beyond ...
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Juvenile Crimes - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 7-May-2013
Should low-level juvenile offenders in Texas be fingerprinted after an arrest? Texas lawmakers are debating a bill that would stop Texas from fingerprinting low-level youth offenders. The Texas Senate has already passed the proposed bill that would ...
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 19-Dec-2012
A Texas lawmaker wants individuals convicted of possessing small amounts of marijuana to face the same penalties as traffic violators. If the proposed bill is passed by the Texas House of Representatives, those convicted of marijuana possession would ...
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Medicaid / Medicare fraud - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 4-Oct-2012
President Obama is working hard to cut Medicare costs without cutting benefits. To achieve this goal, the Administration has launched the Medicare Fraud Strike Force. Following a successful initial sweep in May, a second investigation by the force ...
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Money Laundering - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 10-Mar-2015
Unlike many criminal charges, building a case against and prosecuting white collar crime can take years. Many situations involve multiple charges, such as blackmail, bribery, fraud, embezzlement or extortion. Because there is a wide range of types of ...
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Murder - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 9-Mar-2012
Murder and manslaughter are among the most severe violent crime offenses. Many individuals do not have a clear understanding of the difference between these two crimes. A criminal attorney can help you understand how murder differs from manslaughter. ...
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 1-Apr-2015
In general, people who use, possess or transfer someone else's personal identity information without permission have committed a crime. According to the Attorney General of Texas, you may be accused of identity theft if you have used any of the ...
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Why Talking to the Police is a Bad Idea
Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 17-May-2016
The Fifth Amendment to the Constitution gives us one of the most important rights we have in this country – the right to remain silent. The reason this Amendment exists is to protect people from being forced to incriminate themselves when they ...
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 28-Sep-2012
Human trafficking is drawing the attention of Texas legislators as recent cases across the state have pushed this sex crime into political consciousness. According to the Dallas News, human trafficking is rapidly becoming one of the most profitable ...
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 10-Mar-2015
Unlike many criminal charges, building a case against and prosecuting white collar crime can take years. Many situations involve multiple charges, such as blackmail, bribery, fraud, embezzlement or extortion. Because there is a wide range of types of ...
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Search and Seizure - Click here to view all posts
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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 ...
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Sex Crimes - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 13-Jan-2016
One of the most serious charges a person can face is a sexual offense involving a person under the age of 17. Crimes involving the online solicitation of a minor are aggressively prosecuted by both the Texas state government and the federal ...
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Sex Offender Registry - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 29-Apr-2015
Texas state and federal criminal law guidelines function under the assumption that all suspects must be considered innocent unless or until they are found guilty under the court of law. Even so, one must question whether some law enforcement tactics ...
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Sexual Assault - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 29-Apr-2015
Texas state and federal criminal law guidelines function under the assumption that all suspects must be considered innocent unless or until they are found guilty under the court of law. Even so, one must question whether some law enforcement tactics ...
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Tax Fraud - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 18-Aug-2014
Those who have been accused of committing a white collar crime could experience a number of long-term hardships because of the allegations. In addition to spending time behind bars, they may have a very hard time finding work in their occupation ...
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Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 5-Feb-2015
When an individual is charged with assault, he is either charged with simple or aggravated assault. The biggest difference is how the two are classified. While simple assaults are classified as misdemeanors, aggravated assaults are classified as ...
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White Collar Crimes - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 30-Mar-2016
Tax Day – the filing deadline for IRS Tax Returns – is fast approaching. While some Americans’ may be enjoying their refunds or scrambling to get their finances and documents in order, others are fearful of an audit, with good ...
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Wrongful Conviction - Click here to view all posts
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Posted By Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass 21-Nov-2012
Four Texas women were charged and found guilty of sexually assaulting two girls after a doctor testified that there were signs of sexual abuse. Their case has sparked cries from family members and advocates for their release who believe they were ...
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