Fullerton California DUI Lawyer Mark A. Gallagher

Mark A. Gallagher is a highly experienced attorney who has successfully handled thousands of cases. Mr. Gallagher and his associates have appeared in virtually every courthouse in Southern California. The Southern California criminal justice system is highly complex and at times even finding the right courthouse is a daunting task. Wherever your legal matter is pending, we have the experience and skills to get you results.

We know what it feels like to have a loved one in jail. If you have a family member or friend held in any of the Southern California jails, we can assist with their immediate release. Call us before contacting a bondsman. Not only will we get you out of jail, but we will defend your case as well. Mr. Gallagher can often negotiate a lower bail amount and sometimes arrange for a release on your own recognizance. If a bond is required, Mr. Gallagher can help you easily obtain a bond with the best possible terms.

Avoiding jail is a goal of almost every client. Due to family and work commitments a jail sentence can often involve losing more than just the time served. Alternative sentencing is not available in every case and every case is different, but our office strives to find an alternative to jail whenever possible. If you want to find out if we can help you find an alternative to jail, call now and ask to speak directly with Mr. Gallagher.

Our office is currently accepting cases in Orange County, Los Angeles County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Imperial County, Santa Barbara County, Ventura County and San Diego County. If you are facing a criminal charge, don’t face the system without an experienced lawyer on your side. If you have ever been to court before, you know that it feels like the entire system is working against you. Call now to get The Law Offices of Mark A. Gallagher on your side.

BACKGROUND

I have been practicing law for 8 years in Southern California. I have always rooted for the underdog and I have always wanted to help others. In the world of criminal law, this makes me a defense attorney. If you have ever been to court or if you or a loved one has been arrested, you know that it feels as if the entire system is working against you. My goal is to be the one person who is on your side. I have developed strong relationships with the judges and prosecutors in Southern California that allow me to get results for my clients. I know when the time is right to take a deal and when a case should go to trial.

Many lawyers in Southern California call me for advice on criminal and juvenile law matters every day. Why hire someone else and have them seek my help when you can put me to work directly for you? I know my way around the system and I have the skills to make sure that your case does not become another statistic. You will receive personal service from beginning to end and I will take the time to get you the best possible result.

These two ACTIONS (court and DMV) are SEPARATE and do not influence one another. Many times someone gets their license back by going to the DMV hearing and then is convicted in the court. When this happens what happens to your license gets ever more ’complicated’. And the reverse is true, people are innocent in the court and yet still have a license suspension with the DMV.

With the conviction in the court you are allowed to get a restricted license AFTER a 30 day hard suspension (after the 30 day temporary license period is over = two months after your DUI stop). This allows you to drive to and from work and in the course of your employment and to and from the DUI class.

The only ’draw back’ to the license restriction is that it is restricted for 5 months (they say 6 but the DMV counts the first month of suspension). OR you can ride out the 4 months suspension period and get you license back. BUT, once the court notifies the DMV that you have been convicted of a DUI or a wet reckless and as part of your probation you have been sent to a First Offender Program. The requirement to show proof of completion of the program will be added to the list of items needed Proof of Insurance SR-22 and pay $100) to get your license returned.

According to CA DUI Laws, as of October 2005, upon receiving notice from the court of a California DUI conviction (23152) the DMV is suspending licenses for 6 months. This new added compilation is a double suspension the DMV is giving DUI offenders. The first is the four month APS suspension telling DUI offenders they can get a restricted license DMV tells DUI.com that only 20% of DUI offenders statewide actually get this restriction) and then they issue this letter telling the offender they are suspended for 6 months and can get a restricted license on the court conviction. The added complication is this; once a person gets an APS restriction they have to go back in and get another restriction after paying $15.00.

As anyone can see there is a problem with time. If someone gets an APS restriction and then receives a letter from the DMV based on the conviction indicating that they have a 6 month suspension (AFFECTIVE as of the CONVICTION date) they will actually be driving on a suspended license (and if stopped will have their car towed) until they go to the DMV and pay a $15 restriction to get a restricted license reinstated.

The suspension will be ’stayed’ for six months or until the hearing is held. Per the California DUI laws, the driver will have a license BUT if the person loses the hearing and most do since only 7% of the licenses are returned!).

If the driver loses the hearing then the 4 month suspension will go into effect and after a hard 30 days suspension a 5 month restricted license, driving to and from work, could be issued.

TYPE OF CASES OUR FIRM HANDLES
I have successfully tried many cases to bench and jury trials including dui, criminal and traffic.

WE THINK YOU SHOULD HIRE US IF:
You want a lawyer who will personally handle your file and will be available for consultation afternoons, evenings and weekends. I will fairly evaluate your case and determine the most favorable course. I will not hesitate to go to trial the decision however will ultimately be yours.

OUR FIRM IS NOT RIGHT FOR YOU IF:
You are looking for a lawyer who will only tell you what you want to hear. I will work with you to honestly assess the facts of the case.

IF YOU WANT TO TELL OUR LAW FIRM ABOUT YOUR SITUATION YOU SHOULD:
I personally communicate whenever possible. I have my cell phone with me 24 hours a day so you can always call me. If you get a voicemail I’m likely in court or with a client so leave a message and I will call you back as soon as possible. My office phone is (800) 797-8406 or email attorneygallagher@gmail.com

THE TYPICAL COST TO GET US TO START WORKING ON YOUR CASE IS:
The cost varies depending on the allegation and facts of the case. A fee will be quoted at our initial consultation.

OUR CLIENTS WILL TELL YOU THAT:
My level of experience, knowledge of the law, and personal familiarity with the judges, prosecutors, and system is a great advantage. In addition my personal and regular contact with clients, availability and involvement with every aspect of the case bring the most favorable results.

OUR PHILOSOPHY ON HOW WE APPROACH OUR CASES IS:
Depending on the type of case I like to find out as much as I can about the facts of the case and talk to anyone who can help our defense. At that time we can discuss our options. The stronger our defense appears to the prosecutors the better our chances of getting the case dismissed or a favorable plea agreement.

IF YOU WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR FIRM YOU SHOULD:
During our free initial consultation I will answer any questions. Please call (800) 797-8406.

Mark A. Gallagher

Fullerton California DUI Lawyer Mark A. Gallagher

(800) 797-8406