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Many people do not realize law enforcement or another party unlawfully confined them until after the incident. Being held against your will is a terrifying experience that can leave lasting emotional scars and a deep distrust of the justice system. Understanding the...
Work should not feel unsafe, uncomfortable or threatening for you. If you are facing unwanted sexual advances from co-workers and nothing changes after you report it, you may be facing serious civil rights violations in your workplace. There are laws designed to...
Self-defense cases present unique challenges. New Mexico law allows individuals to protect themselves from harm. However, to prove that self-defense is lawful, it must meet specific legal standards. If you have been involved in a violent encounter where you defended...
You just survived a traumatic encounter with police, and you may still be processing what happened. It is easy to focus only on the legal charges you are facing, but your physical well-being and your rights matter just as much. What you do in the hours and days after...
You were driving home from work, obeying every traffic law, when you saw the red and blue lights behind you. An officer may have stopped you without a valid legal reason, then searched your car on the side of the road. If race or ethnicity drove that stop, the...
Phones have become an integral part of who we are. It holds everything from your private messages and photos to your wallet and personal information. These devices know more about you than most of your friends do. But while phones help us in many ways, they can also...
Finding a home for your family should depend on your needs and budget, not your race. Unfortunately, discrimination can still happen. Both New Mexico and federal law protect you from racial bias in housing. Knowing what to watch for and what steps to take can help you...
Online arguments can escalate fast. A post, message, or comment that feels like venting can trigger criminal charges under New Mexico law. If you use the internet or social media, you should understand where the legal line sits. Online threats count as real conduct...
Police body cameras play a clear role in civil rights claims across New Mexico. State law requires certain law enforcement agencies to use body-worn cameras and follow written rules about when officers must record. When officers follow these rules, video footage can...
A traffic stop can go from routine to life-altering in seconds. If you were pulled over in Albuquerque and the police searched your car without your permission, you might feel like the government has all the power. However, the law provides specific protections...