Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Attorney

Frank Walker Law

428 Forbes Avenue
Ste. 1800
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219
USA

(412) 532-6805 or (800) 496-4143

412-202-9193

www.FrankWalkerLaw.com

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Frank Walker Law is an experienced & dedicated law firm in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Pittsburgh Attorney Frank Walker is a Trial Attorney concentrating on Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, and Wrongful Death cases in the Western Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Metro Area. If you are seeking an attorney to handle your case, whether DUI/Drunk Driving, Car Accident, Jury Trial, Preliminary Hearing, Wrongful Death, expungement, simple assault, Probation Violation, Misdiagnosis or Homicide/Murder matter, you have come to the right place.

There are many other Pittsburgh area lawyers with impressive qualifications. However, when choosing an attorney for your specific legal situation, you need someone with relevant experience based on your needs at that time. Attorney Walker has the unique experience, knowledge and training needed to handle your criminal case or effectively evaluate and resolve your injury related case.

Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney Frank Walker has had the privilege of successfully representing hundreds of clients in the Metropolitan Pittsburgh area, Allegheny County and surrounding areas for many years in Jury Trials, Non-Jury Trials, Appeals and other criminal proceedings.

For years, Frank has earned the reputation of an aggressive, results oriented criminal defense attorney who has helped countless clients obtain successful case outcomes. Whether you are facing a summary disorderly conduct charge, summary appeal, misdemeanor, or felony charge, Pittsburgh Attorney Frank Walker dedicates his time, effort and resources needed to pursue the outcome you deserve so that you can move forward with your lives.

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: Arrest Warrant; Bail/Bond Reduction; Bench Warrant; Casino Crimes; Kidnapping; Preliminary Hearing; Probation/Parole Violation; Summary Offenses; Underage Drinking; Violent Crimes; Federal Crimes; Tax Evasion; Mail Fraud; Tax Fraud; Excessive Force.

Practice Areas Description

Frank Walker Law offers legal services on the following areas of practice:

- Criminal Defense

Whether you are facing a summary disorderly conduct charge, summary appeal, misdemeanor, or felony charge, Pittsburgh Attorney Frank Walker dedicates his time, effort and resources needed to pursue the outcome you deserve so that you can move forward with your lives. Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney Frank Walker has had the privilege of successfully representing hundreds of clients in the Metropolitan Pittsburgh area, Allegheny County and surrounding areas for many years in Jury Trials, Non-Jury Trials, Appeals and other criminal proceedings. For years, Frank has earned the reputation of an aggressive, results oriented criminal defense attorney who has helped countless clients obtain successful case outcomes.

* Arrest Warrant

If you have an outstanding arrest warrant you could be arrested in front of your family and friends and taken to jail even if you are entirely innocent of the crime. The only thing you can do to protect yourself is to immediately talk to a Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney who can assist you from the beginning. Please remember: Anything you say after your arrest will be used against you in a court of law, to prove your guilt. The only reasonable thing to do is to request a lawyer and exercise your right to remain silent.

* Bail/Bond Reduction

A knowledgeable and experienced bail attorney is the most effective way to convince the Pittsburgh Courts to impose fair and reasonable bonds in bail hearings. Since on of the main purposes of bail is to guarantee the defendants presence at future criminal trial proceedings, the poster of the bail forfeits the money posted as bail if the defendant fails to appear for future proceedings. Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney Frank Walker has represented many clients at bail hearings in the Pittsburgh area.

* Bench Warrant

A Bench Warrant is an Order issued by a Judge ordering a person to be taken into custody and to appear before the judge who issued the warrant. If a Pennsylvania Judge Issues a bench warrant for failure to appear at a Court Proceeding, you could be taken into custody immediately and wind up in jail following a routine traffic stop. Bench Warrant Attorney Frank Walker will research the origin and purpose of the warrant to minimize any penalties you may face.

* Casino Crimes

Casino Crimes need to be addressed immediately to avoid an arrest warrant being issued for your arrest without your knowledge. Even if you are just visiting Pittsburgh for the weekend as a college student or for a football, baseball, basketball or hockey game and commit a crime on Pittsburgh Casino property in Allegheny or Washington County, an arrest warrant can be issued for your arrest and you can be arrested in any other state at an inopportune time. Pittsburgh Casino Crimes can consist of: Theft; Failure to Repay a Casino Marker; Bad Checks; Disorderly Conduct; Public Intoxication; Defiant Trespass; Criminal Conspiracy.

* DUI/DWI

When you are arrested for a DUI/DWI charge, you need to take immediate action. There are several questions that need answered to effectively evaluate a charge for Drunk Driving in preparation for the Preliminary Hearing, ARD interview or eventual trial. You need immediate and aggressive counsel to not only answer your questions regarding a DUI charge, but also to give you real talk pertaining to the maximum penalties, license suspensions, fines and other possible penalties if you are found guilty.

* Expungement

Under Pennsylvania law, a person may have the record of arrests, acquittals and, in some limited circumstances, convictions for minor offense removed from their background. All criminal cases remain a matter of public record until a motion for expungement has been filed in the Department of Court Records, Criminal Division, and is granted by an order of court from the Court of Common Pleas of Allegheny County. Hiring a criminal defense attorney to handle your expungement is vital since the paperwork and filing requirements are strict and very particularized.

* Fake ID

If you are caught using a Fake ID at a Pittsburgh Bar and get arrested for Underage Drinking or get arrested for Public Intoxication, you can face even more penalties, including license suspension, fines and hefty court costs. If you are caught using or possessing a Fake ID in Pennsylvania, you could face a six-month license suspension. Hiring an experienced Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Lawyer for your Fake ID Charge demonstrates to the Court and the prosecutor that you are taking the charge seriously and want to do everything possible to protect your record.

* Homicide/Murder

If you have been charged with the most serious type of crime, you need a qualified Pittsburgh murder defense lawyer fighting on your behalf. Homicide Attorney Frank Walker employs sharp investigators to interview witnesses, visit the crime scene, track down records, documents, address issues of incorrect identification, jail-house snitches, self-defense and evaluate crime scene photos to ensure that your rights are defended and all facts are known. Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Lawyer Frank Walker has successfully defended clients charged with the different variations of Criminal Homicide.

* Juvenile Law

If your child/juvenile is charged with criminal charges in Allegheny County, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, you need to take swift action and talk to a knowledgeable juvenile attorney familiar with your situation. Attorney Walker is conveniently located in downtown Pittsburgh and can meet with you to discuss your child's criminal charges. Whether your juvenile child is facing misdemeanor or felony criminal charges in juvenile court, Criminal Defense Attorney Frank Walker has the legal experience and skill to answer your questions and advise you of the best way to proceed.

* Kidnapping

Kidnapping is a very serious felony charge. If you have been questioned, suspected or arrested on a kidnapping or related charge, it is crucial that you speak to a Pittsburgh Kidnapping Attorney immediately. If the kidnapping charge involves a minor or any other serious felony offense, you can expect to face enhanced penalties for your case. Hiring an experienced criminal lawyer is crucial when facing a kidnapping charge due to the severity of the offense and how the law enforcement officials will use all resources to convict you of this heinous crime.

* Drug Possession/PWID

The Pennsylvania Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act provides authority and criteria for classification of illegal substances. The most serious drug offenses, i.e., those receiving the greatest punishments, include producing illegal drugs, manufacturing drugs, and selling drugs; although, the ultimate punishment for a drug offense depends upon the quantity of the drugs, its classification under the federal drug law schedules, and the purpose for its possession. Pittsburgh Drug Attorney Frank Walker has the proven experience to zealously represent your interest in your arrest for possession and distribution of illegal narcotics.

* Perjury

In Pennsylvania, a person is guilty of Perjury, if in any official proceeding he makes a false statement under oath when the statement is material and he does not believe it to be true. A conviction for perjury is a felony conviction punishable by a potential prison sentence and hefty fines. If you are threatened with a charge or perjury, you need to immediately talk to an Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney to inform you of your Constitutional Rights, explain you of the actual consequences and advise you on a course of action.

* Preliminary Hearing

A Preliminary Hearing is a formal court hearing where the judge determines if there is enough evidence to hold the criminal charges against the Defendant until Trial. A skilled Pittsburgh Defense attorney can review the evidence to determine the strength of the case and whether any pre-trial motions should be filed citing violations of both the Pennsylvania and U.S. Constitution. Additionally, an experienced preliminary hearing attorney can successfully argue that some charges should be dismissed or reduced to a lesser charge or a fine.

* Probation/Parole Violation

A Probation/Parole Violation occurs when the Defendant fails to comply with any or all of the conditions set forth by the Court. In fact, a new arrest for mostly any new offense such as misdemeanor disorderly conduct or another charge for Driving Under the Influence (DUI/DWI) can trigger a violation and cause the probation/parole officer to place a detainer on the Defendant, preventing them from posting bond until the probation/parole violation issue is resolved.

* Burglary / Theft / Arson / Theft

Some property crimes can be charged as misdemeanors while others are charged as felonies. Property crimes carry a wide variety of sentences, and have numerous mitigating and aggravating circumstances that can impact sentencing as well. Whether your property offense is considered to be a felony or misdemeanor, you will need a knowledgeable Pittsburgh Property crimes attorney to provide you with legal representation throughout the life of your case.

* Sex Crimes

Defending clients charged with Sex Offenses is a daunting task. Although the Pennsylvania and US Constitution guarantee that a Defendant is Innocent Until Proven Guilty, when a Defendant enters the courtroom charged with several Sex Crimes, certain presumptions are immediately made against the Defendant and in favor of the Commonwealth. As such, the preparation for Defending against Sex Assault Charges is crucial. The right Sex Crimes Attorney should be able to speak candidly about their relevant experience and how such experience applies in your case.

* Summary Offenses

Summary Offenses are the lowest graded crime in Pennsylvania. Summary offenses are higher than traffic tickets, but lower than misdemeanors or felonies crimes such as aggravated assault, sex crimes or perjury. Even though summary offenses are the lowest of the graded offenses in Pennsylvania, you can still receive maximum fines and even jail time if convicted of a summary offense. If convicted of a summary offense and the conviction is not expunged or appealed, the conviction will remain on your record and will show up during background checks for loans, higher education, employment and any other check.

* Theft Crimes

Theft is defined under Pennsylvania criminal law as unlawfully taking or otherwise depriving another of moveable property; or unlawfully transferring or exercising control over immovable property with intent to benefit one's self. Different categories of theft include: Theft by Deception; Theft by Extortion; Theft by Property Lost, Mislaid, or Delivered by Mistake; Theft by Receiving Stolen Property; Theft of Services; Theft by Failure to Make Required Disposition of Funds Received Theft from a Motor Vehicle; Retail Theft / Shoplifting; Bad Checks.

* Traffic Offenses

Just because you were issued a ticket does not mean that you are automatically guilty. You are entitled to plead not guilty. Pittsburgh Traffic Lawyer Frank Walker will fight the charges against you for a dismissal or a reduction of your traffic tickets to non-moving violation. Attorney Walker aggressively defends against traffic offenses because he knows the potential consequences: Loss of License, Increase Insurance Payments, Substantial Fines, Costs and Lost Time waiting in court for a hearing on your Traffic Charge.

* Underage Drinking

A charge of underage drinking can have a serious effect on a juvenile's ability to get or maintain a valid driver's license. The penalties for underage drinking in Pennsylvania are tough, and worth defending against aggressively. Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney Frank Walker understands how a minor in possession or other underage drinking charge can negatively impact a young person's future. Through careful defense planning and zealous advocacy, Attorney Walker is often able to minimize the penalties and consequences his clients face letting them proceed with their future plans.

* Violent Crimes

Being charged with a violent crime in Pennsylvania is a serious matter. If you are charged with a violent crime, assault or domestic violence in Pennsylvania, you need an experienced and skilled criminal defense attorney to represent your interests. The prosecution spends a great deal time to investigate and gather evidence to present in court in their case against you. It is imperative that you have the same effort on your behalf in your defense.

* Weapons-Firearms

If you are accused of using a weapon during the commission of a crime, or carrying an unlawful weapon, you are facing serious consequences. In Allegheny and surrounding counties, prosecutors aggressively prosecute criminal activities involving weapons, since crimes involving weapons often result in serious injury or death. Thus, few plea bargains are offered for cases involving the illegal possession of a firearm or other deadly weapon. This makes it extremely important to promptly retain an experienced criminal defense lawyer once you are accused of possession a firearm or other dangerous weapon violation.

* Federal Crimes

If you are being questioned or pursued by Federal Agents for potential Federal Charges, you need assistance immediately. Odds are, by the time the Federal officials speak with you, they have already spoken with tons of witnesses, have tons of recordings from your phone line, reviewed all necessary wire transfers, i.p. addresses, internet usage and other powerful evidence. This is why you need an attorney that will be able to explain the potential defenses and exposure that may apply to your case.

- Excessive Force

Not all interactions between officer and citizen give rise to a case for excessive force. However, there are instances where police brutality is an issue. For example, a police officer should only draw his or her weapon as an absolute last resort to stop a person. Most police officers realize the seriousness of using their firearms and exhibiting deadly force, however, a small percentage of officers fail to grasp the power they wield and continue to use their guns in inappropriate ways.

- Appellate

In Pennsylvania, a person convicted of a crime, whether by jury or following a bench trial, has various rights to appeal, including, but not limited to the right to File Post-Sentence Motions to address: The Sufficiency of the Evidence; The Weight of the Evidence; The Discretionary aspects of Sentencing (Sentence Modification); The Right to challenge the validity of a guilty plea or a plea of nolo-contendere; The Right to file a Direct Appeal to the Pennsylvania Superior Court; The Right to be represented by Counsel during the Appellate Process; The Right to have Counsel appointed if you are unable to afford Counsel.

- Personal Injury

If you or someone you love has been seriously injury in a car accident, trucking accident or slip and fall incident, you may have a personal injury case and be entitled to compensation for your injuries. If you or someone you love has been seriously injury in a car accident, trucking accident or slip and fall incident, you may have a personal injury case and be entitled to compensation for your injuries.

- Car Accident

After car accidents, insurance companies will call non-stop in an effort to settle the claim for pennies on the dollar. Their job is to catch you at your most vulnerable point and get a statement from you, force you into a corner and convince you that your case is worthless. An experienced Personal Injury Lawyer can help you navigate the through the emotional turmoil of the accident and protect your rights under the law. An attorney can help explain the benefits you should receive under the law and will contact the insurance companies to help stop the harassing calls. If you or a loved one are injured due to the negligence of another, you need an aggressive Personal Injury attorney to help fight for the compensation you deserve for your physical and emotional injuries.

- Medical Malpractice

Doctors and Medical Professionals play a very important role in our communities. They often work tirelessly in emergency rooms at various hospitals to perform amazing medical work in an attempt to save lives. When a Pennsylvania doctor, medical professional from a local Pittsburgh Hospital makes an error and falls below the generally accepted standard of care, the doctor, medical professional and/or hospital has engaged in Medical malpractice that must be addressed immediately by an experienced Pennsylvania Medical Malpractice Attorney.

- Wrongful Death

With the stress of the recent loss of a family member, the thought of immediately pursuing a wrongful death action may not be on your mind. Often, family members are unable to appreciate the importance of a prompt investigation of the circumstances of death and the preservation of evidence. However, it is important that you speak to a wrongful death lawyer soon to begin the investigation, hire the most qualified experts and begin preparing your case to identify the persons responsible for the death of your loved one.