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As of June 2023, penalties for those convicted of retail theft will be more severe than they have been in the past. In New Mexico, stolen merchandise totaling more than $500 in value is a felony. House Bill 234 allows prosecutors to add totals over a period of 90...
A tragedy occurred in New Mexico when police officers went to the wrong house. In a letter from the family to federal prosecutors, it says there was no probable cause to suspect that a crime had been or was being committed. The letter also states that police officers...
New Mexico police officers take an oath to safeguard the lives and property in their communities. Part of their oath includes a promise to respect the constitutional rights of the people they serve. Sadly, not every officer who takes the oath upholds it. Many people...
A New Mexico man reportedly told police that he had been sober for six years until he began drinking alcohol with his girlfriend on a recent Saturday night. The officers had responded to a 911 call, which they believe the man had made after witnessing blood coming out...
Facing criminal charges can change the direction of your life. A conviction will not only remain on your record for years to come, but it can also affect your employment opportunities, educational opportunities and much more. It is in your interests to seek a...
Court Orders Bernalillo County to Remedy the Problems with Medical Care at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC). On September 27, 2021, attorneys representing people incarcerated at the Bernalillo Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in the McClendon class action...
There are many situations in life where you might encounter a person who has some authority over you. For instance, in your New Mexico workplace, you might have a boss. If you are pulled over in a traffic stop, the police officer has the authority to make certain...
Police are responsible for serving the public and protecting the interests of those they serve. Unfortunately, they do not always act in a way that is appropriate and legal, and civilians may pay the price for these actions. Police brutality is a serious matter, and...
When someone tries to rent a house or an apartment in New Mexico, any number of issues might arise to delay or prevent the transaction. For instance, many landlords conduct a tenant background check before signing a lease agreement. Financial issues may also come into...
In New Mexico and throughout the country, there are stringent rules regarding when police may shoot at criminal suspects. Such rules are designed to keep citizens, as well as police officers, safe. A police officer may not use excessive force against a person, which...