About Frank
Hello!
Thanks for stopping by! My story is a little unusual, to say the least -- I spent forty-three years behind bars on an offense that should have had me out in two years – by the time I was 20. The reasons that didn’t happen are laid out in my book, which I hope you’ll read. It’s important for all of us to understand our criminal justice system as it truly operates, and to glimpse the cut-off world of our prisons – which I can tell you is a far cry from what we see on TV crime dramas.
On the lighter side, I’m still adjusting to life on the outside, which is sometimes overwhelming – cell phones, internet – OMG! But with the help of new friends, I’m getting there! I enjoy podcasts, watching TV (Pawn Stars!) and riding my new e-bike. And of course, life is that much better hanging out with my sweet cat, Fatty. She’s the best!
I would love to hear from you. Feel free to reach out with questions, or just to say hi!
Unfortunately, due to my years of incarceration, I don't have many photos, but here are some recent pics.The first two were taken at a birthday party thrown for me by members of the Nevada ACLU. It was my first birthday party in over forty-five years. It was the best one ever!
Frank
Frank and friend, Jessica Taylor
Fatty
Frank with good friends, Nick Shepack and Bradlyn Wissert
Frank votes for the first time.
Casting his vote -- right on, Frank!
Frank with Dr. Karen Gedney
On a tour of the now-shuttered Nevada State Prison. A smile for the camera, but an otherwise sober day.
Frank with filmmaker, Ash Jones
Frank as a boy