Gulf Shores Criminal Defense Lawyer

Criminal Defense Attorney in Gulf Shores, AL

You can feel terrified if you are criminally charged. When you face these difficult and unexpected situations, you need a knowledgeable and compassionate Gulf Shores criminal defense lawyer. Angela L Walker PC can partner with you and listen to your situation to determine the right course of action.

With more than 31 years of experience in criminal defense law, Angela Walker has the resources and knowledge needed to support you. She has experience in many local courts, including the 28th Judicial Circuit Court, up to the Alabama Supreme Court. She understands how stressful it is for individuals of all walks of life to deal with criminal charges. Her goal is to offer understanding but assertive legal representation. She fights for your fair treatment.

Criminal Offenses Angela L Walker PC Handles in Gulf Shores

If you are charged with a criminal offense in Gulf Shores, Angela Walker can defend you. She has decades of practical legal and trial experience in the community. Several of her most frequent criminal defense cases include:

Driving Under the Influence

An offense for driving under the influence (DUI) can have serious consequences, especially if you have prior offenses. The Gulf Shores Police Department listed 158 reports of DUI offenses in 2024. If you are facing charges for a DUI, either from a traffic stop or after an accident, you need a dedicated legal defense.

A DUI charge occurs when you are in physical control of a vehicle and either:

1. Have a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or greater
2. Are under the influence of alcohol
3. Are under the influence of a controlled substance to the point that it impacts your ability to drive safely
4. Are under the combined influence of a controlled substance and alcohol, which affects your ability to drive safely
5. Are under the influence of a substance that affects your mental or physical capabilities, impairing them and impacting your ability to drive safely

The penalties for a DUI can include hundreds to thousands in fines, days or months in jail, and the suspension or revocation of your driver’s license. Aggravating factors like a BAC of 0.15% or more or causing an injury can make these penalties even worse. Repeated convictions can result in years of license revocation and the required installation of an ignition interlock device (IID) once your privileges are reinstated.

You need to hire a skilled legal defense lawyer. Angela Walker can help you fight the charges and possibly limit or avoid penalties of conviction. She fights for your fair treatment.

Domestic Violence Defense

Domestic violence charges occur when specific offenses are committed against a family member or an individual with whom one has an intimate relationship. These offenses may result in third-degree, second-degree, or first-degree domestic violence charges, and include:

• Stalking
• Aggravated stalking
• Menacing
• Reckless endangerment
• Harassment
• Harassing communications
• Witness intimidation
• Arson
• Burglary
• Assault
• Criminal coercion
• Criminal surveillance
• Criminal trespass
• Criminal mischief

These cases are often very complex because the underlying domestic conflict is not as straightforward as it appears. Misunderstandings, mutual violence, and even situations where the victim of violence is accused of the offense can lead to domestic violence charges. These offenses can be charged as misdemeanors or felonies, depending on their degree.

If you have been charged with such an offense, you need unbiased and skilled legal representation immediately. In domestic violence cases, it can often feel like public opinion assumes guilt, regardless of the facts. With Angela L Walker PC, you can secure experienced legal defense and a partner to fight against your charges.

Drug Offenses

There are several drug offenses that you could be charged with, including:

• The unlawful distribution or sale of controlled substances
• Possession of controlled substances with the intent to distribute
• The unlawful use, possession, sale, or receipt of controlled substances
• The unlawful manufacturing of controlled substances
• Drug trafficking

There were 548 reports of drug and narcotics offenses by the Gulf Shores Police Department in 2023. Drug crimes can result in serious criminal consequences, especially those involving highly controlled substances and high amounts of a controlled substance. When you work with Angela Walker, she can fight for your rights and determine the right defense for your unique drug charges.

Juvenile Criminal Defense

It can be very stressful when your child is facing juvenile criminal charges. These charges occur when a minor isn’t of age to be held criminally responsible. While there may be different penalties as a result, there are still serious consequences that can affect your child’s future.

Common offenses for juveniles often include drug offenses like possession, delinquency, vandalism, traffic violations, and similar offenses. It’s important to find a skilled attorney to create an effective defense and fight for justice. Angela L Walker PC can help you and your children understand the charges and potential penalties. She can also help you understand the options for a defense.

Theft and Larceny

There were 203 reports of theft and larceny offenses by the Gulf Shores Police Department, 145 of which were shoplifting offense reports. In addition to shoplifting, theft offenses include extortion, theft of services, theft of property, some burglary offenses, and theft of lost property. Theft also includes embezzlement, types of fraud, and other white-collar offenses.

Although most of these offenses are non-violent, you should still take them seriously. These offenses can be very serious, especially if the amount stolen is significant. Even minor offenses can have serious consequences for your future. Angela Walker can represent you.

Assault and Battery

There were 210 reports of assault in 2024 by the Gulf Shores Police Department. This included 174 reports of simple assault and 27 reports of aggravated assault. There are three levels of assault charges.

The lowest degree requires a physical injury caused by intention, recklessness, or criminal negligence. The charges increase if the assault results in a more serious physical injury, or happens during a felony, or in other circumstances. The right attorney can help you determine the ideal defense for assault charges.

Other Criminal Offenses

Angela Walker can help with any other criminal cases, including:

• Probation violations
• Solicitation
• Robbery and burglary
• Fraud
• Sex offenses
• Kidnapping
• Weapons violations
• Manslaughter and murder

Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Gulf Shores

You should never face criminal charges without legal support. Angela L Walker PC can defend your rights. As a lifelong resident of Alabama, she is deeply tied to her community. She listens to you to understand your situation and provides an upfront and honest assessment of your criminal case. Whether you, your child, or someone else you love is facing criminal charges, Angela Walker can help. Contact her today.