Common Drug Charges in Minnesota State and Federal Court
Minneapolis Drug Crime Defense Lawyer Thomas Gallagher has over 20 years of experience representing clients who are facing charges of:
• drug possession
• possession of cannabis (marijuana possession)
• marijuana growing or cannabis grow cases (the United States' number one cash crop today)
• illegal possession of cocaine
• prescription drugs crimes such as forged prescriptions, criminal possession, DWI - drugs
• trafficking, transportation, manufacturing or sale of illegal drugs,
• khat (qat)
• methamphetamine, meth possession, sale, manufacture
• MDMA ecstasy (X)
• heroin, opium.
Related web pages:
Minnesota drug crime laws.
Marijuana legal information.
Drug crimes may be federal court or state charges; and Gallagher has extensive experience representing clients in both courts, including large federal drug conspiracy cases as a cocaine lawyer, up to an alleged 2.5 tons of cocaine, so far. As a Minneapolis defense attorney drugs cases have long been a major part of his practice - for decades. As a marijuana lawyer, Gallagher has represented numerous people accused of growing marijuana (cannabis) indoors. He has helped some avoid being charged in the first place, and has helped others avoid a criminal record of conviction, where there were no priors similar convictions.
If the investigating officers found guns or ammo when they searched and found illegal drugs, you could face additional years in prison. (On a related note, most drug crime convictions can destroy or impair your civil rights to firearms.) If you are a non-citizen (even a Permanent Resident) you could suffer serious, negative immigration law consequences as a result of your criminal drug case.
There are many, unfair "mandatory minimum" sentencing laws designed to prevent judges from sentencing drug cases fairly, and to force extreme, cruel sentences. This nation has the highest percentage of its population in prison than any other in the world. Criminal drug prohibition laws are a big reason why. Tom Gallagher will work with you to fight both charges and protect your liberty.
The Law Firm's Approach
When you have been charged with a drug crime, Tom Gallagher's first action is to investigate the search and seizure methods used by police. If drugs were found in your car, did the police have a lawful reason for stopping you? If controlled substances were found in your home, was the Search Warrant obtained illegally? Was your home searched appropriately? If the officers violated any of your rights before or during the search and seizure process, the evidence against you might not be admissible.
Born in Minneapolis, political activist and third-generation lawyer Tom Gallagher has lived in the Twin Cities all of his life. He knows the Minnesota court systems and the people involved. His familiarity with the local courts gives him and edge in knowing what strategies and negotiating tactics are most successful. Gallagher will help you identify outcome goals for your case, and strategies to achieve those goals. Then, Galalgher will work hard and patiently until success comes, or the fight continues. He loves the courtroom and will fight tirelessly to defend your rights.
If you are facing drug charges in Minnesota and want a dedicated lawyer on your side, contact Gallagher Criminal Defense Services law firm in Minneapolis, to schedule a free initial consultation.
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