When it comes to criminal prosecution by the state of New Mexico, anything from petty crime to a serious felony can land you in state criminal court. If you are facing criminal charges in any area, from domestic violence, sex offenses, violent felonies, murder, child abuse to a DWI, a state criminal defense lawyer in Las Vegas, New Mexico can help you navigate the complexities of the legal system and review the facts of your case, so you get the defense you deserve.
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The prosecutor is building its case against you. Make sure that you fight back against their accusations with a solid defense created by an attorney at Grano Law Offices, P.C. that is on YOUR side. Call us for your Free Case Strategy Session today at (505) 426-8711 or by submitting a message here.
Take the Next Step Forward When Defending Criminal Charges
When facing criminal charges in New Mexico, it means that you have been arrested, a criminal complaint has been filed against you, or a grand jury has delivered an indictment against you. There must be probable cause to believe you have committed a crime, and there should be evidence to support these charges.
A criminal defense lawyer at Grano Law Offices, P.C. will help build your legal defense under the following types of cases:
- Sex offenses
- Violent felonies
- Domestic violence
- Drug crimes
- DWI/DUI defense
- MVD license revocation hearings
- Resolving active bench warrants
- All other criminal defense matters
If you believe that you are the subject of a criminal investigation, I may be able to begin representing you immediately. Once retained, I will notify law enforcement and the district attorney’s office that I represent you. I will assert your rights on your behalf and inform them that they may not contact you for purposes of the investigation unless they go through me.
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Exercising All Legal Options
As your criminal defense lawyer, I can provide evidence and arguments against these initial steps, which lead to arrest. In many cases where charges are filed, I can arrange for a court appearance in place of my client being arrested and going to jail.
First Appearance or Arraignment Representation
If the complaint against you is already filed and you’ve been arrested, you will need to appear at an arraignment or first appearance. Here, the judge will advise you of your charges, minimum and maximum penalties, notify you of your constitutional rights, set bail, and impose conditions of release.
Helping You Obtain the Prosecutor’s Evidence Against You
As your attorney, I can argue for a release without posting the bond and for the fairest conditions of release. I will also enter a not guilty plea on your behalf and deny the allegations on your behalf, depending on whether the charges are misdemeanors or felonies. We will obtain discovery from the prosecution, review the discovery, begin a defense investigation, and prepare a defense as we continue to assess your case.
Penalties for Criminal Convictions in New Mexico
Criminal courts have the power to levy a variety of penalties if you are found guilty of a crime. These can include fines, jail time, community service, restitution, counseling and drug rehabilitation, probation, electronic monitoring, and driver’s license revocation. Since state criminal laws are vast, it is critical that you speak with a criminal defense lawyer in Las Vegas, New Mexico to fully understand what you could be facing.
How Your State Criminal Defense Lawyer in Las Vegas, New Mexico Will Help You
Grano Law Offices, P.C. takes criminal matters seriously.
You have legal rights that protect you from suffering the consequences of a crime you did not commit. Our legal team rises to these challenges and considers client cases from a “big picture” perspective so that you do not accept an unproven conviction built on circumstantial evidence.
My legal team will deliver on service throughout the entire time we work together:
- Local knowledge: Starting with your arrest and the law enforcement officers involved, all the way to the prosecutor and judge in your trial. I understand the nuances of the courts in our community. You need a defense attorney who has worked on cases with charges similar to your own.
- Investigation the Allegations: While I will aggressively defend you, I also will not miss important details and facts in your case. Instead, I will thoroughly investigate your charges’ circumstances, your arrest, and any subsequent factors that may lead to the dismissal of charges or a not guilty verdict.
- Evidence preservation: I will interview witnesses, get information from the prosecutor’s office, and thoroughly investigate the minutia of your case. I will also file motions to suppress prejudicial evidence and other items that could unfairly sway a jury against you.
I use my years of experience as a Las Vegas, New Mexico state criminal defense attorney to advise you on the best course of action for your circumstances. As a former prosecutor for the State of New Mexico, I have a unique perspective when analyzing client cases. Grano Law Offices, P.C. will build a robust case strategy that seeks to get your charges dismissed, dropped, or reduced. Protecting your rights and freedom is my law firm’s top priority.
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FAQs: State Criminal Defense
Have questions about your criminal charges? Grano Law Offices, P.C. is here to help. Below, we have answered some of your most frequently asked questions (FAQs):
Yes, criminal records are public in New Mexico. The Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA) maintains records and allows the public to inspect all government documents, including criminal records, under NMSA § 14-2-1. Therefore, potential employers, landlords, licensing bodies, and others could see that someone has an N.M. criminal record.
Click here to learn more about New Mexico criminal public records.
A felony in New Mexico is a type of crime classification under NMSA § 30-1-6. Crimes become classified as felonies when a judge can impose a prison term of at least one year or more against a convicted individual. Statutes reserve this classification for the most serious types of crimes.
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A preliminary hearing, also known as a preliminary examination, allows courts to screen felony-level criminal matters for probable cause. During this hearing, prosecutors must prove that a felony crime or crimes were committed and that the defendant committed the crime or crime. It prevents the “hasty and unwise prosecutions and to save an innocent accused from the humiliation and anxiety of a public prosecution.”
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Theoretically, a felony could stay on your record for a lifetime in New Mexico. However, some felony records are expungeable or sealable, but you would have to go through the court system to grant your request, and, in many cases, significant waiting periods apply.
Some felony convictions, such as those involving DWI/DUI, embezzlement schemes, sex crimes, crimes against minors, violent offenses that caused great bodily harm, and violent offenses that resulted in another’s death, may not be eligible for expungement under current New Mexico law.
A violent crime, typically involves threatened or actual force, resulting in physical harm, death, or could cause someone to reasonably believe their life is in danger. Types of violent crimes charged under New Mexico statutes include murder, homicide, assault, battery, and other forms of violence. Violent crimes are punished severely if convicted; get legal help when you or a loved one face these types of charges.
You can get personalized legal advice by speaking with a Las Vegas, New Mexico criminal defense lawyer. Grano Law Offices, P.C. welcomes you to contact us for a Free Case Strategy Session at (505) 426-8711 or message us below. We can travel to you or meet via secure video chat if you are unable to meet at our office.
