Blog Posts in 2015

• Posted By Frank Walker Law 22-Nov-2015

  Pittsburgh Magazine taps Attorney Frank Walker as the Face of Criminal Defense and DUI Law

  Pittsburgh Criminal Defense and DUI Lawyer, Frank Walker of Frank Walker Law, was featured in the December 2015 Edition of Pittsburgh Magazine as the " Face of Criminal Defense and DUI Law ". Attorney Frank Walker is a 1998 Graduate of West ...

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• Posted By Frank Walker Law 25-May-2015

  You have the right to remain silent. Or do you? Witness Immunity in Criminal Cases

  Every American has the right under the 5 th Amendment to the United States Constitution to avoid being compelled to provide testimony against their will that would incriminate them. However, in many criminal prosecutions, the only witnesses to the ...

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• Posted By Frank Walker Law 18-May-2015

  It Was an Accident! The Role of Intent as an Element

  One of the most misunderstood elements in criminal prosecutions is the element of intent. The justice system has an intent elements for most crimes, requiring that the conduct criminalized was in some way the conscious fault of the defendant, done on ...

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• Posted By Frank Walker Law 11-May-2015

  Challenges Unique to the Defendant with Mental Health Issues

  Those suffering from mental health issues at some of the most difficult and trying times of their life may find themselves in a situation where they may violate the law and encounter police. Not only is the prospect of incarceration a stressor that ...

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• Posted By Frank Walker Law 4-May-2015

  The Suppression Hearing: The Most Powerful Tool in Your Arsenal for Eliminating Illegally Obtained Evidence.

  You have rights. Both the United States Constitution and the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania have provisions protecting their citizens from unlawful search and seizure. Most people are aware they have rights, but don't know what ...

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• Posted By Frank Walker Law 27-Apr-2015

  Factors to Consider in Choosing Counsel

  The biggest decision anyone can make at the start of a criminal case is choosing the right attorney to fight for them. Though an attorney is considered to be of a sufficient competency by merely passing the bar exam, the quality of your ...

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• Posted By Frank Walker Law 15-Apr-2015

  "That's not mine!" The Case Against Constructive Possession

  A conviction for possession of illegal drugs has serious consequences that can end in the loss of your job, disruption in your family life, the accumulation of steep court costs and fines, and a potential jail sentence. Many people have the mistaken ...

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• Posted By Frank Walker Law 9-Apr-2015

  PFA's: A Civil Action That May Lead to Serious Criminal Consequences

  People accused of domestic violence can face criminal charges ranging from summary charges of Harassment; to misdemeanor charges such as Simple Assault, Disorderly Conduct, & Terroristic Threats; up to felony charges such as Aggravated Assault. ...

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• Posted By Frank Walker Law 6-Apr-2015

  Don't Be Made a Spectacle: Your Rights in Regards to Field Sobriety Tests

  If you've been pulled over by the police and the officer suspects you may be under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, you may be asked to perform a field sobriety test. Many unsuspecting drivers have the misimpression that as long as they ...

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• Posted By Frank Walker Law 30-Mar-2015

  Challenging Blood and Breathalyzer BAC Results: Putting the Commonwealth's Case to the Test

  Not every DUI arrest starts with erratic or wild driving on the part of the accused. Nor does every DUI arrest end in a crash resulting in severe damage to person or property. Many DUI stops come from traffic stops or encountering police at a DUI ...

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• Posted By Frank Walker Law 24-Mar-2015

  DUI Crashes: When an Accident Can Lead to Big Problems

  Getting behind the wheel while intoxicated can carry ramifications well beyond just the possibility of getting a DUI. Drunk driving carries the risk of a serious or potentially fatal accident happening. If an accident occurs, and someone is hurt, ...

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• Posted By Frank Walker Law 16-Mar-2015

  Probation Revocations: When Paper Goes Up in Flames

  Probation is an alternative or an addition to a term of imprisonment in county jail or state prison. Probation comes with conditions that can be tailored uniquely to your case. Common probation conditions include abstaining from drugs and alcohol, ...

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• Posted By Frank Walker Law 10-Mar-2015

  Beyond the Registry: Designation as a Sexually Violent Predator

  In addition to the concerns outlined in my post regarding sex offenses, a person convicted of any offense which lands them on the sex offender registration list must be assessed by the State Board to Assess Sexually Violent Predators. The board ...

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• Posted By Frank Walker Law 23-Feb-2015

  Sex Offenses and Sorna Registry

  Sexual Offenses are a category of some of the most serious crimes in the Commonwealth. The mere accusation of a sex offense can carry life altering consequences. You can lose your job, be ostracized by friends and family, and have a permanent black ...

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• Posted By Frank Walker Law 16-Feb-2015

  Police Encounters

  Interactions with police can be stressful for anyone. Many people are uncertain about what their obligations are when they are stopped by a police officer. They don't know what they have to say, what they have to do, or when they are free to ...

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