A Pennsylvania Criminal Charge
Can Ruin Your Life If You Let It!
If you've been arrested and charged with a crime
in Pennsylvania, I'm sure you've thought a lot about
what you should do. But do you know the answer to
each of these four questions?
- Do you know how will you defend yourself,
your rights, and your freedom against the
charges?
- Where can you find a lawyer in
Pittsburgh/Western Pennsylvania with the right
experience in criminal defense?
- Do you understand what penalties you face
if you are found guilty?
- Do you understand how a conviction can
impact the rest of your life?
Anyone who's been arrested has to feel nervous
and fearful about what they are facing. To be
completely honest with you--you may be facing a
charge that can have severe outcomes.
I've defended hundreds of people just like you,
and in my experience, I've seen many cases that may
look hopeless at first, but can be beaten or
dismissed. And in most cases, there is a way to take
away the risk of the most severe penalties.
If you've come to this site looking for
information about a criminal defense issues, I'm
glad you found me, and I there's a good chance I can
help you.
I'll draw on my experience in defending criminal
cases like yours to make sure you are treated fairly
under our system. The state must overcome the burden
of proof beyond a reasonable doubt before you can be
convicted.
I won't let them get away with anything less.
I've done so many times before, appearing in courts
all around the Pittsburgh area and throughout
Western Pennsylvania.
Let me begin by telling you that there are
potentially dozens defenses that we can use,
depending on the circumstances of your case. And
after a thorough analysis of the facts of the case
and studying the police report, I will determine
what defense strategy makes the most sense. And of
course, I'll raise any objections I can to any
alleged evidence against you.
But we're just getting started...
Help! I've Been Arrested! What Do
I Do Next?
First, don't panic. There are a lot of steps to
go through, and many opportunities for us to assert
and defend your rights as a defendant. In all
criminal cases, the burden of proof is on the
prosecution.
Simply put, the prosecuting DA must prove that 1)
a crime was committed, and b) you committed it.
That may sound simpler than it actually is,
especially if we can challenge any or all of the
steps along the way, such as:
- Did the police officer follow proper
arrest procedures?
- Were you identified as a suspect legally and
properly?
- Were you were properly advised of all
your rights according to the law?
- Was any search conducted in accordance with
all the laws of the state and federal
government?
- If there were any any scientific tests
conducted, were they fair, accurate and done in
a recognized, standardized way by experts in the
field?
I'll also file motions for discovery about any
evidence the prosecution may have that could prove
or suggest your innocence! There may be police
videotapes, or other information that could help our
defense.
And there's much more...
Proven, Successful Pennsylvania
Criminal Defense Strategies
There are dozens of different
tactics and strategies I'm prepared to use in
your defense. My job is to challenge every
aspect of the prosecution's case against you,
and I take that job very seriously. It's my job
to fight to keep the system honest, for you, my
client, and all future defendants who are
accused of a crime by our government.
Specifically, I often use "due process"
arguments where, I challenge the prosecution on
whether any evidence against you was fairly and
legally obtained. The specifics really depend on
the fact of your individual case. But I've
handled countless criminal cases, and I'll use
my experience and knowledge to draw on the
successful defenses I've used in the past to
help your case.
In order to have the best opportunity for
success in your case, you need to have an
experienced Pennsylvania criminal
defense lawyer on your side. Otherwise,
you just might miss some of the best defense
tactics with which to fight the case. That's
where I come in. I'll do whatever it takes to
get you every advantage.
Let me tell you a little about my
experience... My legal practice is comprised
almost entirely of criminal defense clients.
It's what I love to do, and what I'm good at.
And because its what I do every day, you can
have confidence that I'll be ready to pounce on
any mistake the prosecutor or police may have
made.
Now, I can't promise that I can beat your
case. No ethical attorney would do that. But I
can promise that I will study your case
thoroughly, and use all my experience to find
the best strategy for your specific case. A
strong working theory of the case is
particularly important if we present your case
to a jury at trial.
If it seems to be in your best interest,
I'll also accept a fair plea agreement. Some
clients don't want to fight, and just want to
get on with their lives, and I can certainly
understand that. So if you fit in the category,
I'll make sure you get a fair shake from the DA.
And you don't have to decide right away whether
you want to fight or plead, it may depend on how
good your case is.
Either way, I always look to defend a case as
if I'm going to fight it at trial. That's often
how the best results are obtained. And if the DA
knows that I'm ready and willing to take them
on, they might be prepared to make an even
better plea offer.
Still Not Sure What to Do?
Take Advantage of my Free Consultation
There is plenty more I can tell you in
general about me, and how I fight criminal
cases, but the easiest thing for you to do is to
call me for a free Pennsylvania criminal defense
legal consultation.
Look, I know you have lots of questions.
And, not to be too immodest, I have the answers
you need. We can talk over the phone if
that's easier for you, or we can meet in person
at my Pittsburgh, PA office. I normally bill my
time at $150/hr, but I'll give you an hour for
free, with no obligation.
In your consultation, you'll get my honest
assessment of your case (please bring your
police report and any court documents). I'll
tell you how strong the case against you looks,
and what I would suggest for a defense. You'll
get the benefit of my experience and legal
opinion whether you decide to hire me or not.
I'll also tell you, up front, how much I
would charge to defend you. My fees depend on
the seriousness and complexity of your case, and
how many court dates I think it will take to
resolve it. But you'll be glad to know in most
cases, I offer flat rate pricing for your
defense, so you won't face any surprise legal
bills.
If you've been arrested and are facing
criminal prosecution in Pittsburgh or western
Pennsylvania, you owe it to yourself and your
future to make sure you've done everything you
can to defend your rights and your freedom. Call
me at and take advantage of my no
obligation consultation.
There is absolutely no risk on your part--and
you'll discover exactly what your rights and
options are. You'll get some valuable free
advice on your case, and you'll gain a much
better understanding of the options available to
you. And if you don't want to hire me, I'll even
refer to to other defense attorneys for help.
So, please call me at to discuss your
case. Call now.
Sincerely, David Shrager Pittsburgh, PA
Criminal Defense Lawyer
P.S. In case you're still not sure what to do
next, let me tell you one more thing that may
help. It is my mission to defend you and get you
through this difficult time. So I will also
agree to defend you against any additional
misdemeanor charges related to your arrest at no
additional cost to you.
Contact: The Law Offices of
David S. Shrager
Allegheny Building
Suite 1310
429 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
(800) 508-6630
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