How Long Do I Have to File a Santa Fe Car Accident Injury Lawsuit?
Time is of the essence when filing insurance lawsuits. If you file a Santa Fe injury claim, New Mexico law gives you three years from the accident injury date to file a lawsuit. However, file the claim sooner since other deadlines affect the outcome. Our car accident injury lawyer, Marc
How to Get Your License Reinstated After a New Mexico DUI
The fear of losing your driving privileges and pending driving under the influence (DUI) / (DWI) charges in New Mexico can cause significant anxiety. Our driving privileges help us care for our families, stay employed, attend school, and handle emergencies. We only realize how important it is to drive when
Preliminary Hearings vs. Jury Trials: 3 Key Differences (My Cousin Vinny Edition)
As a criminal defense attorney with over two decades of experience practicing law in New Mexico, I am often asked about the differences between a preliminary hearing and a jury trial. While these two procedures may seem similar, they serve different purposes and have different standards of proof. In this
6 Things to Do After Being Charged With a DUI in New Mexico
New Mexico driving under the influence (DUI) charges can change your life in a single moment. Police observations and events leading up to and after your arrest are admissible as evidence in court to prove your guilt. However, you can take proactive measures to protect your case from the outset
What to Expect When Defending New Mexico DUI Charges
Knowing what to expect when defending New Mexico DUI charges can seem shrouded in mystery, but here is one important thing we want you to know: ALL Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charges in New Mexico are D.E.F.E.N.S.I.B.L.E. Our criminal justice system owes you a due process of the
How Do DUI Lawyers Challenge Field Sobriety Tests?
Field sobriety tests are one-way police may gather evidence to prove driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol charges, a crime in New Mexico under NMSA § 66-8-102. However, their methodologies may be flawed in certain circumstances and/or administered improperly. A DUI lawyer will use evidence of system or
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