Aggressive Criminal Defense Attorney Ready To Protect Your Rights
I am criminal defense lawyer Robert S. Andrews Jr., and I am a former Pennsylvania Senior Deputy Attorney General. In that job, I learned how prosecutors build cases against defendants. This gives me insider knowledge on how best to counter the prosecution’s tactics. From DUI to drugs to serious felony charges, I have the knowledge and experience to craft a strong case for your defense. Whatever challenges lie ahead, I will protect your rights through all phases of criminal proceedings.
When you’re facing criminal charges in Cranberry Township or elsewhere in Western Pennsylvania, everything is on the line. Your freedom, your job, your family relationships – they are all at risk. The stakes are too high to try to solve this problem by yourself. With nearly 35 years of legal experience, I know how to create legal strategies that protect my clients’ rights. Don’t wait to get started; the first 24 hours are the most critical. Call my office today at 724-460-0400.
How Can I Help You?
As a criminal defense attorney, I provide straightforward handling of each case at the highest levels of the justice system, extending to the local courts throughout Butler, Allegheny and Beaver counties. The cases I handle range from simple to complex, including:
- Felony and misdemeanor defense: Taking nearly all types of criminal cases to level the playing field for clients
- Traffic offenses: Defending people against moving violations and other traffic-related misdemeanors
- License suspensions: Contesting license suspensions or pursuing a license reinstatement after traffic violations or DUI charges
- DUI defense: Defending people against all DUI charges to protect their license and freedom
- Drug charges: Providing defense for drug possession, distribution, manufacturing and trafficking to keep you out of jail
- Violent crime defense: Building a defense against assault cases, domestic violence and weapons charges to protect your future
- Protection from abuse (PFA) order: Representing clients at all stages of this matter so their lives are not completely disrupted
- Juvenile defense: Defending minors in the juvenile justice system to preserve their future
- Expungement services: Clearing eligible criminal records and sealing past convictions so they don’t hinder opportunities
I never enter a courtroom without knowing every detail of the case, and neither should you face the early stages of arrest, arraignment or preliminary hearings without experienced counsel. Protecting your constitutional rights during initial police questioning and evidence collection is crucial – what happens in these first hours after arrest can be just as important as trial representation months later.
Frequently Asked Questions About Criminal Cases
The criminal justice process raises important questions about your future. Here are the answers I provide most often to clients seeking clarity during difficult times.
What should I do if I’ve been arrested in Butler, Allegheny or Beaver counties?
After an arrest, exercise your Miranda rights. State your wish to remain silent and request an attorney before answering questions. What you say at this time can hurt your case, even if officers promise it won’t. It’s also at this moment that getting a trial representative becomes essential, not just for future court dates, but to protect your interests from the moment of arrest. When you work with me, you get an experienced defense attorney who knows the prosecutors and court personnel in all three counties.
How do you determine the cost of defending a criminal case?
The cost of your defense depends on several important factors I’ll consider when reviewing your situation. These factors include:
- Case complexity and charge severity (misdemeanors vs. felonies)
- Amount of evidence
- Whether the case goes to trial or settles through negotiation
- Number of court appearances and motions
- Time sensitivity and urgency of the defense strategy
I’ll give you a clear price structure upfront, but remember that unexpected developments, such as additional hearings or the need for expert testimony, may affect the total of the initial estimate.
Can a criminal conviction be removed from my record?
Pennsylvania’s Clean Slate law can help many people with past convictions have their records sealed from public view after waiting periods. For most misdemeanors, you need to maintain a clean record for seven years. For certain felony drug offenses, it’s 10 years. Your eligibility depends on what’s on your record, the type of offense and whether you’ve stayed out of trouble during the waiting period.
Schedule A Confidential Consultation With Me Today
I’ve learned over many years of practicing law that good people can get caught in tough situations. Maybe this is your first brush with the law, or you may be facing something more serious. Either way, you deserve a lawyer who’ll stand up for you and fight hard. If you’re looking for a criminal defense attorney to represent you, call 724-460-0400 or contact me via my website. We can meet at my Pittsburgh office upon request.