Criminal Defense
What Is a Misdemeanor in New Mexico?
Misdemeanors are less serious than felony charges. For sentencing purposes, New Mexico divides them into two distinct categories: misdemeanors and
February 8, 2021
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Criminal Defense
What Are the New Mexico’s Fines for Game & Fish Violations?
Fines for game & fish violations in New Mexico are misdemeanors or felonies and can add up to $6,000 per
February 3, 2021
Criminal Defense
What to Do If Police Show Up with a Search Warrant in NM
The general rule of thumb is that police must announce their presence, that they have a search warrant, and request
January 26, 2021
Criminal Defense
What to Do If You Are Accused of Sexual Assault in NM
Your actions during police questioning or an arrest for sexual assault are essential to the outcome of your case. If
January 12, 2021
Criminal Defense
What Is a RICO Charge?
A RICO (pronounced ree-ko) Act charge is one where prosecutors believe you are tied to organized crime. It is an
January 4, 2021
Criminal Defense
Do Expungements Show Up on Background Checks in New Mexico?
In New Mexico, expungements do not show up on background checks. An expungement is the removal from access to the
December 28, 2020
Criminal Defense
Can You Sue a Prison for Wrongful Death in New Mexico?
Yes, you can sue a prison or jail for wrongful death in New Mexico if it committed negligent or abusive
December 13, 2020
Criminal Defense
What Happens If You Refuse the Breathalyzer Test?
In New Mexico, you can lose your driver’s license for up to one (1) year if you refuse a breathalyzer
November 30, 2020
Arrests & Detentions
How to Find Out If Someone You Know Is Arrested
Arrests happen every day. If you are worried about your loved one’s whereabouts and suspect they may be in jail,
November 23, 2020
Criminal Defense
What Are the 3 Standardized Field Sobriety Tests?
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recognizes three (3) standardized field sobriety tests (SFSTs): the horizontal gaze nystagmus, the
November 16, 2020