Atty. Thomas Harry Dettmer

Atty. Thomas Harry Dettmer

Thomas Harry Dettmer is a lawyer practicing criminal law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from California State University, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Gilroy Gilroy 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About Thomas Harry Dettmer at a glance

Thomas Harry Dettmer is a Dependency Advocacy Center based in Gilroy, California. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1974). Educated at Santa Clara University J.D. (—) and California State University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Gilroy, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Harry Dettmer is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from California State University, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Thomas practices in Gilroy, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Harry Dettmer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Harry Dettmer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Gilroy are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Thomas Harry Dettmer's law office located?
Thomas Harry Dettmer's law practice is located in Gilroy, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Thomas Harry Dettmer focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas Harry Dettmer practiced law?
Thomas Harry Dettmer has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
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Practice Areas

Education

Santa Clara University J.D.
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California State University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1974

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