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Posted By Frank Walker Law 24-Mar-2023

Why Allegheny County needs a new District Attorney

Why Allegheny County needs a new District Attorney Soon, voters will decide whether to re-elect District Attorney Steve Zappala to a seventh term as Allegheny County’s chief local prosecutor. Several incidents in Zappala’s current term ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 30-Jan-2023

Why do we Need Bail Reform in our Cirminal Justice System?

Bail reform is needed because the current system often disproportionately impacts low-income individuals and can lead to unfair treatment. Here are a few reasons why bail reform is necessary: The current bail system can lead to the detention of ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 22-Jan-2023

Why do we need Criminal Justice Reform?

There are many reasons why criminal justice reform is needed. Some of the main reasons include: Overcrowding in prisons: Many prisons are overcrowded, which can lead to inhumane conditions and a lack of access to necessary resources and services. ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 13-Jan-2023

Danger of Drunk Driving

Drunk driving is a serious problem that poses a danger to everyone on the road. When a person gets behind the wheel of a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, their judgment, coordination, and reaction time are all impaired, which can lead to ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 19-Jul-2020

Attorney Donates Touch Free Thermometers to Allegheny County Courthouse

Pittsburgh Pennsylvania - July 20, 2020 - For Immediate Release - Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney Frank Walker of Frank Walker Law recently donated Touch Free Thermometers for each entry point of the Allegheny County Courthouse in an effort to ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 4-Dec-2019

Pittsburgh Attorney Donates to Greensburg Stage Right Arts Program

For Immediate Release - December 5, 2019 - Greensburg, Pennsylvania - Pittsburgh Criminal Defense and Injury Attorney, Frank Walker of Frank Walker Law, serves as main sponsor for the 2019 Winter production of Frozen Jr: The Musical brought to you by ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 7-Aug-2019

Attorney Walker Donates 100 Backpacks to Bloomfield - Garfield Corporation

For Immediate Release - August 7, 2019 - Bloomfield-Garfield, Pennsylvania - Attorney Frank Walker of Frank Walker Law donates HUGE to local Back to School Event in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Community. Attorney Frank Walker continues to give back to ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 16-Dec-2018

Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Attorney takes a HUGE Stand Against Violence

(Pictured Above - Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Members Frank C. Walker II 3-99- Xi Alpha & Ron B. Coursey 1-02-Omicron Psi) For Immediate Release - December 16, 2018 - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania - Attorney Frank Walker of Frank Walker Law, again ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 31-Aug-2018

Free Ride for Labor Day, College Football and Back to School Weekend!

Sadly, another summer is coming to an end! One last hurrah this Labor Day Weekend will be the source of many stories for years to come.Whether at a cookout, club, bar, College Football Game or just hanging out, we want to make sure those stories ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 6-Jul-2018

Frank Walker Law Sponsors AAU Perseverance Team

For Immediate Release - July 7, 2018 - Attorney Frank Walker of Frank Walker Law again demonstrates the importance of giving back to the communities in which he serves by sponsoring the local AAU basketball team - AAU Perseverance. According to ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 21-Mar-2018

Local Attorney Supports College Tour for High School Students

For Immediate Release (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) March 21, 2018 - Attorney Frank Walker of Frank Walker Law, continues his service to the Pittsburgh Community by agreeing to serve as a sponsor for the 2018 Omega Psi Phi Fraternity - Iota Phi ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 29-Aug-2017

Frank Walker Law Labor Day FREE RIDE PROGRAM

According to Attorney Walker, his Criminal Defense Firm sees an increase of calls through the Labor Day Weekend seeking representation after being arrested for DUI, Public Intoxication, Underage DUI, Public Urination, Fake ID, Disorderly Conduct and ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 1-Jul-2017

Happy Independence Day!

Ahh, the Fourth of July. Time to celebrate our Freedom, relax and spend time with family and friends. Take the Time to reflect as we officially kick off the summer months, family vacations and long weekends. This year, the 4th of July falls on a ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 24-Apr-2017

Law Firm Supports 50 Finest Honoree and Fellow Lawyer With Largest Single Donation To Date

For Immediate Release —April 24, 2017 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (Pictured above – Attorney Frank Walker and Attorney Tara M. Sease) Attorney Tara M. Sease of Zagari & Associates has been nominated and selected as one of ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 20-Apr-2017

Attorney Frank Walker Sponsors Local Youthpreneur Event #Pittsburgh #GivingBack

For Immediate Release - (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania - April 20, 2017) Pittsburgh Attorney Frank Walker of Frank Walker Law, continues to support local causes in the Pittsburgh Community by agreeing to sponsor the Youthpreneur Weekend event entitled ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 20-Mar-2017

Local Criminal Defense Attorney Found Guilty

Local Criminal Defense Attorney Found Guilty. . . . . . of Giving Back to His Community! For Immediate Release - March 20, 2017 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania - Morgantown, West Virginia - (Pictured above - Omega Psi Phi Brothers Michael Harrell 01' ...

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 ...

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. ...

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 ...

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 ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 26-Jan-2015

Commonwealth v. M.S. - Not Guilty on Shoplifting Charges

Client was charged with retail theft as a misdemeanor while at a national chain store in the city of Pittsburgh. As the store had just opened, the security guards were especially aggressive with the prosecution of the shoplifters and refused to ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 19-Jan-2015

Attorney Frank Walker inducted into the National College for DUI Defense

Pittsburgh DUI Attorney Frank Walker of Frank Walker Law was recently inducted as a general member to the National College for DUI Defense for his work on DUI cases in the Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania Area. The Mission of the DUI College is to ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 12-Jan-2015

Frank Walker II, Premier DUI Attorney, New Member of the American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

The Law Firm of Frank Walker Law is pleased to announce that lead Attorney Frank Walker has been selected as the newest member of the American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys : A prestigious organization for the nation's best and exemplary ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 31-Dec-2014

Timing is Everything: The New Pennsylvania DUI Law on Subsequent Offenses

Effective December 26, 2014 the new version of 75 Pa.C.S.A 3806(b) has been amended to state that calculation of prior offenses shall include any conviction, " whether or not judgment of sentence has been imposed for the violation." Before ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 30-Dec-2014

Don't Let a DUI Arrest be a Roadblock to a Successful New Year

As New Year's Eve approaches, many an unfortunate driver may encounter law enforcement as the result of a sobriety checkpoint. Despite not exhibiting any signs of intoxication, or reckless and careless driving, the DUI roadblock can catch drivers ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 26-Dec-2014

Forgot Your DUI - Drug and Alcohol Assessment? You May End Up In Hot Water

In its recent decision in Commonwealth v. Taylor, No. 65 MAP 2013 (Nov. 20, 2014) the Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled that the sentencing court has no discretion or authority to impose a DUI sentence before the completion of a drug and alcohol ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 24-Dec-2014

Happy Holidays from Frank Walker Law!

This Holiday Season, we are thankful for our family and friends, both old and new. As we reflect on 2014 and move into 2015, we want to take this time to say, "Thank You!" for your trust in our firm over the years and we look forward to ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 23-Dec-2014

Tis the Season for Retail Theft Charges?

According to the Global Retail Barometer, a survey of retailers worldwide, an estimated 5 billion dollars worth of merchandise was shoplifted from U.S. stores in 2010 in the four weeks leading up to Christmas alone. The reasons behind the spike ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 4-Dec-2014

Paying that Fine will Cost you: The Truth about Non-Traffic Citations

If you have received a non-traffic citation for underage drinking, fake id, public drunkenness, public urination or any other non-traffic summary offense in Pennsylvania, you are facing fines, court costs and even the possibility of jail time. ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 26-Nov-2014

Happy Thanksgiving from Frank Walker Law

This Thanksgiving Holiday, we at Frank Walker Law are thankful for our family and friends both here and abroad. We hope that you spend this holiday weekend with loved ones and reconnect with old friends and acquaintances. While traveling with family ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 8-Nov-2014

New Sites Launched for Criminal Defense and Personal Injury

Criminal Defense and Injury Attorney Frank Walker of Frank Walker Law is pleased to announce the release of the following websites that focus on specific areas and locations of practice. Feel free to review all sites, post, save and share with your ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 20-Aug-2014

Appellate Court Deems Pennsylvania Mandatory Sentence Statute 9712.1 Unconstitutional

In recent years, Defendants convicted of crimes in Pennsylvania were subject to possible sentencing enhancements under 42 Pa.C.S.A. Section 9712.1. Essentially, if a person was convicted by a jury for possession with the intent to deliver narcotics, ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 14-Aug-2014

Frank Walker Law Sponsors Eargasm: Open Mic Series for Spoken Word and Poetry

Pittsburgh Attorney Frank Walker of Frank Walker Law is pleased to announce a sponsorship agreement with " The Connecting King ", Mr. Vernard Alexander, for the Eargasm Spoken Word and Poetry Events. The Monthly Eargasm events feature local ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 5-Aug-2014

PAePay Bail Now Accepts Credit Cards for Bail Payments

When a family member or close friend is arrested for a serious crime in Allegheny County, there is a chance that your friend or family member may be placed in jail waiting for someone outside of the jail to post bail. Granted, not all crimes require ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 28-Jul-2014

First Baseball Season is a Success for Frank Walker Law

Attorney Frank Walker is well known for his hard work and success in the Courtroom. Whether dealing with Criminal Defense Matters or Personal Injury Matters resulting from Serious Accidents, Attorney Frank Walker is one of the most sought after ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 27-Jul-2014

56 cited for #UnderageDrinking at #JasonAldean #BurnitDown Tour in #Pittsburgh

Thousands of Country Music Fans flocked to PNC Park from the tri state area to attend the Jason Aldean Burn it Down Tour on July 26, 2014. Early reports confirm that the trash left behind by tailgating concert goers was dramatically decreased when ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 23-Jul-2014

Clarion Student Matthew Paxton Cleared of All Criminal Charges

Pittsburgh Attorney Frank Walker of Frank Walker Law is pleased to announce a recent client victory obtained for a college student at Clarion University. Matthew Paxton, 20, was charged with felony charges of Burglary, Criminal Trespass, Criminal ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 18-Jul-2014

United States Sentencing Commission Reduces Drug Sentences

Today, the United States Sentencing commission voted to approve a 2 level reduction for most non violent federal drug offenders. The 2 level reduction will permanently change the Federal Sentencing Guidelines that became advisory to District Judges ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 19-Jun-2014

Miranda Warnings - How Do they Really Work?

We have all seen the shows, right? We all know the Miranda Rights as first recognized in the United States Supreme Court case of Miranda v. Arizona, 384 U.S. 436 (1966)? No? Ok, here are the warnings, word for word: You have the right to remain ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 21-Mar-2014

Woman comes back from the UK - Testifies in 1992 Rape Case

A woman, who alleges that she was raped by a man in Pittsburgh in 1992, took the stand last Thursday to testify against him. The woman now lives in the United Kingdom and made the journey to Pittsburgh in order to give her testimony. She says that ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 17-Mar-2014

West Virginia Man Gets 12 Years for Pittsburgh Overdose Death

A West Virginia man is facing more than a decade in prison for his role in the overdose death of a man to whom he sold the drug heroin. The case, which may be impacted by a recent Supreme Court decision, will see the man serve 12 years as part of a ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 13-Mar-2014

Man Faces Charges for Indecent Exposure in Wal-Mart and Kohl's

A man is being charged with indecent exposure following accusations that he exposed and fondled himself in front of shoppers at a North Hills shopping plaza. The incident, which reportedly occurred on January 5 th, took place in the Wal-Mart plaza in ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 11-Mar-2014

Mercer Man Convicted on Child Porn Charges Stemming from 2011 Videotapings

A 55 year old man from Mercer, Pennsylvania has been convicted on charges of child pornography - less than a week after his trial began. The man, who was accused of producing sexually explicit photographs and video recordings of girls four girls aged ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 7-Mar-2014

April Trial for Man Convicted of Killing Monongalia County Sherriff's Deputy

The man who is currently serving time for the death of a Monongalia Sheriff's Deputy has had his trial delayed. The trial, which was originally set to begin in February, has now been moved to mid-April. Monongalia County Circuit Judge Russell ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 4-Mar-2014

After 30+ Years Work and 1 Year Paid Leave - Police Clerk Retires

A former clerk in the Pittsburgh police department's personnel and finance office has filed retirement papers, a year after being forced into paid leave. The woman, who was one originally hired to the force in 1977, is one of four police ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 28-Feb-2014

Drug Charge nets Teacher Suspension with Pay

A teacher for the West Jefferson Hills School District has been suspended with pay after police charged him in relation to a 2013 drug bust. South Park police charged the 41 year old teacher with several counts, including felony drug manufacturing, ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 26-Feb-2014

Cops Post "Wanted" Photo - Suspect's Response Leads to Arrest

A northeastern Pennsylvania man has become the latest person to fall victim to oversharing on social media. What makes this case different is that the man, who was being sought by police, posted a police "wanted" photo of himself on his ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 24-Feb-2014

DNA Likely to Decide Fate of Alleged Perpetrator of 1992 Rapes

A Brooklyn man was in Pittsburgh court on Thursday, accused of raping two different women in separate incidents in the city more than 20 years ago. The incidences, which occurred in January and November 1992, came to light as a result of DNA ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 20-Feb-2014

Three Pittsburgh Men Charged in Illegal Prescription Scheme

Three former employees of medical services provider Pittsburgh Healthworx have been charged operating a wide-ranging medical fraud scheme. According to an announcement by the Pennsylvania attorney general's office, on Friday a state grand jury ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 17-Feb-2014

Cranberry Man Charged in New Year's Day Sexual Assault

Pittsburgh police have charged a Cranberry man with rape, stemming from an incident which occurred at a New Year's party in Oakland. Police say that the 20 year-old defendants is accused of raping a woman who was attending a house party in the ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 13-Feb-2014

Pennsylvania Couple Indicted on Sex Trafficking Charges

A couple from Western Pennsylvania is awaiting trial in a Pittsburgh federal court after being indicted for engaging in trafficking a minor for sexual purposes. The couple, which faces charges including conspiracy to engage in sex trafficking and ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 11-Feb-2014

12 Men Indicted in Drug Distribution Charges in Pittsburgh

As a result of an interagency investigation, involving the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office, 12 men were recently indicted on charges of narcotics trafficking and violation of federal firearms laws. ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 6-Feb-2014

WV Man Who Killed Sherriff's Deputy while DUI has Appeal Denied

Judge William Nalitz, Greene County President Judge, denied the appeal of a man who was convicted of killing a West Virginia sheriff's deputy in 2012, an incident which occurred as he led police on an interstate car chase. The appeals motions, ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 3-Feb-2014

Woman Sues City of Pittsburgh over Police Sexual Assault

Last March a former Pittsburgh police officer pled guilty to using his police powers in order to coerce several women into performing sexual acts with him. Now one of those women is suing the city of Pittsburgh as a result of the officer's sexual ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 31-Jan-2014

Morgantown Man Held on $350,000 Bail for Child Sexual Assault

A man is being held on $350,000 bail in North Central Regional Jail after a Monongalia County magistrate found probable cause to bring the man to trial. The man has is being held on multiple charges of child sexual abuse. The 25 year old man is ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 29-Jan-2014

Ex-Pittsburgh Police gets Work Release for Fatal Off-Duty Crash

A 31 year-old former Pittsburgh police officer was sentenced last week to one to two years in a work release program as a result of an off-duty motorcycle accident which killed his friend's fiancé. The former officer was convicted on ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 28-Jan-2014

Justice in Pittsburgh Sexual Assault Comes 12 Years Later

The perpetrator a 2002 sexual assault against an 18 year-old woman will be sentenced in April. The assault, which occurred in the woman's Shadyside apartment, remained unsolved for years – until a match in a national database helped police ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 24-Jan-2014

Philadelphia Man Convicted of Public Drunkenness, Resisting Arrest, and Disorderly Conduct

A Philadelphia man was arrested on February 4, 2013 after a scuffle with police. As a result of the incident the man was charged on various counts, including resisting arrest, public drunkenness, and disorderly conduct. The man was convicted of all ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 21-Jan-2014

University of Pittsburgh Professor Charged with Buying Drugs with University Money

A professor with the University of Pittsburgh, who is charged of using grant money to purchase drugs, waived his right to a preliminary hearing on Wednesday. The 52 year-old accused is a professor in the pharmacy school at the University of ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 17-Jan-2014

Man who was Wrongfully Sent to Jail for Rape Goes Back for Gun Charge

A man was released from prison in 2005, after spending 19 years of wrongful imprisonment for a sex offense conviction. The man was exonerated by DNA evidence after having lost nearly 20 years of his life. Now, the man has been sent to prison again ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 14-Jan-2014

Lawrence County Man's Alleged Sexual Assault of Minor Recorded on Tablet

A New Castle man, who is facing charges of producing child pornography and rape of a child, waived his right to a preliminary hearing on January 9. The man, who appeared before District Judge David B. Rishel, is being represented by the public ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 6-Jan-2014

Philadelphia to Change Handling of Interrogations and Mug Shots - Eyeing Better Justice

Due to efforts by the Pennsylvania Innocence Project and the American Civil Liberties Union, the city of Philadelphia has adopted changes to the way they interrogate suspects and handle mug shots. Following the lead of other police departments in ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 2-Jan-2014

What the Pittsburgh South Side Saturation Detail Means for You

The Message is simple: If you are hitting the South Side of Pittsburgh for a Night on the Town, please celebrate responsibly. In 2013, Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl instituted a police program for the South Side Area of Pittsburgh due to numerous ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 24-Dec-2013

Pittsburgh Police Department Charges One Of Its Own With DUI

Vernon Gibson, a 38-year-old Pittsburgh police officer allegedly arrived to work last Friday night heavily under the influence of alcohol. The Pittsburgh police department has taken action by filing DUI charges against Gibson after he arrived at the ...

Posted By Frank Walker Law 21-Dec-2013

Human Rights Report

A new report from Human Right Watch is confirming a situation that thousands of defense attorneys and defendants all over the U.S. have known for years: prosecutors wield far too much power in the United States' criminal justice system. As a ...

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