We hear from Minnesotans every week who need legal help: a permit denial, firearms the police won’t return, a use-of-force incident, or a record that keeps them from owning a gun. Here’s what we can do, what we can’t, and where to turn.
What we can and can’t do
The Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus and the MN Gun Owners Law Center can’t give legal advice or represent individuals, and emailing us does not create an attorney-client relationship. If you’ve been charged with a crime or have a court deadline, call a lawyer today rather than waiting on us.
The Law Center brings and supports cases that can set precedent for every gun owner in Minnesota: challenges to unconstitutional laws, local governments that ignore preemption, and agencies that ignore the law. We file our own lawsuits, and amicus briefs in cases across the country.
Find a Minnesota firearms attorney
Only a few attorneys in Minnesota know firearms law in depth. We recommend these, in no particular order:
- Blair W. Nelson, 218-444-4531
- Rob Doar, 763-762-3529
- Tom Gallagher, 612-333-1500
- Brock Hunter & Ryan Else, 612-979-1112
Some attorneys also offer savings to Caucus members. See our member benefits page.
Common situations
My permit is late or was denied
Your police chief or sheriff has 30 days to decide a Permit to Purchase (Minn. Stat. § 624.7131) or a Permit to Carry (§ 624.714). If they miss it, write to them, cite the statute, ask for a decision in writing, and keep a copy. If you’re denied, ask for the reasons in writing: both statutes let you appeal. Then tell us; we track agencies that miss the deadline.
I want my gun rights restored
See Restoration of firearm rights, then talk with an attorney who handles restoration petitions.
My city or county is breaking state gun law
That’s exactly the kind of case we take up. Report a local violation.
Ask the Law Center to review a case
Want to be a plaintiff in a future case? See our plaintiff search.
If you think your situation could set an important precedent, send us a short summary. We read every one. We can only take on a few, and we’ll contact you if we can help. Include:
- what happened, when, and where (county or city)
- which agency or government is involved
- any deadlines, court dates, or case numbers
- whether you already have a lawyer
Please don’t send your Social Security number, financial account numbers, or full court records by email.
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