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Thomas C Gallagher
Gallagher Criminal Defense
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Minneapolis criminal lawyer Thomas C Gallagher fights for you and your Liberty in Minnesota state and federal courts, and has for over 30 years. His practice is limited to criminal defense.
Practice Areas
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- Cannabis & Marijuana Law
- Marijuana Business Formation, Medical Marijuana
- White Collar Crime
- Juvenile Law
- DUI & DWI
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Minnesota
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
- Trial Lawyer
- Gallagher Criminal Defense
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- Criminal defense services for clients charged with crimes in Minnesota state and federal courts.
- Associate Attorney
- Cloutier & Musech
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- Criminal defense for firm's clients, as well as personal injury and other civil litigation.
Education
- University of Minnesota Law School
- J.D. | Law
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- University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
- B.A. | Psychology
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Professional Associations
- Minnesota NORML
- Director - Board of Directors
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- Activities: Founding members of the Board of Directors of the Minnesota state chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws. We work for the legalization of marijuana in Minnesota.
- Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice
- Member
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- Activities: Membership limited to fifty criminal defense lawyers, voted in by existing membership. Members work together to lead the way towards criminal justice in Minnesota courts.
- Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Member
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- Activities: Member of the largest criminal defense bar association in Minnesota, working together to protect the rights of Minnesotans.
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Member
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- Activities: Member of the largest criminal defense bar association in the United States, championing the cause of the People.
- NORML Legal Committee
- Member
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- Activities: Member of the Norml Legal Committee. (Legal Committee of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws.) We share information and insights helpful in defending those charged with marijuana crimes, and work on legalization efforts.
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753 Questions Answered
- Q. License suspension from speeding tickets?
- A: The answer is in Minnesota Rules 7409.2200 HABITUAL VIOLATORS, available online. (For those with a Minnesota Driver's License, at least.) Four petty misd. traffic offenses within a 12-month period; or five traffic within a 24-month period will get a DL suspension. The rule is more complex than that, however, so so it's a good idea to read it.
- Q. I was pulled over and cited in a friend's car for no proof of insurance. Do I pay the fine or go to court?
- A: It appears to on the "2024 STATE PAYABLES LIST TRAFFIC/CRIMINAL" list for Minnesota Courts. That means it should be "payable" online, via the Minnesota court's website without court appearance. But is that a good idea? Doing so will result in the court "certifying" the conviction to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, for driver's license revocation and including on the DL record. To avoid that, contact the court to schedule a court appearance. Then resolve the case in a way that avoids a "conviction." Providing proof of current insurance coverage is helpful. You can hire a defense lawyer if you like.
- Q. I am the victim of a damaged to property case.. The defendant was convicted in order to pay restitution and is dead
- A: When a person is convicted of a crime and ordered to pay restitution as part of their sentence, then that person dies prior to discharge from that sentence without having paid restitution; the court loses jurisdiction over the person after their death. But you might want ot check with the Minnesota Crime Victims Reimbursement Board to see if they can help. Or you could try submitting a claim to the deceased person's estate. See Minnesota Statute section 611A.04, et seq.
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