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Insider trading is a white-collar crime rigorously prosecuted by prosecutors and federal agencies, resulting in harsh punishments such as lengthy jail sentences, hefty fines, and prohibitions on holding positions with fiduciary duties. Insider trading was once allowed, but substantial changes in the 1930s resulted in illegality. Insider trading occurs nowadays when individuals use non-p...

John Helms, a highly respected Dallas criminal defense attorney with over 20 years of experience in the criminal justice field, has just published a detailed and insightful article about challenging search warrants for cell phones in federal and state drug cases in Texas. The piece provides valuable insights into the complexities of the law surrounding this important area of criminal defense....

In a recently released blog post, seasoned federal criminal defense lawyer and former federal prosecutor John M. Helms dives deep into the recent plea agreement involving Robert Hunter Biden. The article aims to dispel misconceptions surrounding the case and educate readers on the criminal justice system's intricacies. The blog post titled "Understanding the Tax and Firearm Charges Filed Aga...

The U.S. Attorney’s Office from the District of Delaware has recently announced a plea agreement with Hunter Biden for tax and gun crimes. See “Tax and Firearm Charges Filed Against Robert Hunter Biden,” United States Justice Department press release, June 20, 2023, available at https://www.justice.gov/usao-de/pr/tax-and-firearm-charges-filed-against-robert-hunter-biden. Under the proposed plea...

What is Forfeiture in Federal Criminal Cases? Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyer Explains. Federal criminal forfeiture is a federal law that enables law enforcement to seize assets associated with illegal activities in federal criminal proceedings. Asset examples are cars and jewelry, real estate, cash, bank accounts, and cryptocurrency accounts. Notably, forfeiture is not applicable in every ...

"When it comes to filing an appeal, it's essential to understand that it's not just a chance to present the same arguments again but rather a chance to show the Court of Appeals that there was a legal error in the trial court that justified a change in the judgment," explains Dallas criminal defense lawyer John Helms. Appeals are confined to the trial court record, including trial testimony...

Dallas Federal Drug Crime Lawyer John Helms Breaks down the law surrounding warrants for cell phones related to drug crimes federally and in Texas. Anyone involved in the criminal justice system in Texas—especially law enforcement officers—knows how important evidence on a defendant’s cell phone can be.  Text and other messages can link one drug trafficker to another.  Messages using code words...

 Renowned legal expert and former federal prosecutor, John Helms, recently provided valuable insights into an upcoming high-profile case during an exclusive FOX interview. With his extensive experience in Federal Criminal Law, Helms is regarded as a leading authority in the field and offers unparalleled expertise to his clients. In the interview, Helms showcased his deep understanding of the...

John Helms, a Dallas criminal defense lawyer for Digital Privacy Defense John Helm unravels the complexities of digital privacy in the context of criminal investigations. He provides a legal perspective on whether law enforcement can compel individuals to disclose their phone passcodes. Dallas, TX - June 12, 2023 - The world of digital privacy can be a confusing one, especially when it inter...

Can Law Enforcement Force You To Unlock Your Cell Phone And Disclose Your Passcodes In Criminal Investigations? In this blog Dallas criminal defense lawyer for Digital Privacy Defense John Helms explains: Search Warrants for Cell Phone Contents The Fifth Amendment and Testimony Biometric Data Passcodes and the Foregone-Conclusion Doctrine Law Enforcement Access Without Passcodes and Biometric ...