Although lie detectors have been notoriously wrong in New Mexico and across the country for years, it seems that many people are still not ready to let go of this "science." The inventor even warned about calling the device a "lie detector" because he knew that the...
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The problems with facial recognition technology
Over the past few years, facial recognition software has become more popular in New Mexico. Airports, shopping malls and local authorities have adopted this technology to nab lawbreakers. Although the technology comes with a handful of benefits, there are several...
New Mexico man facing federal gun and drug charges
A man has been charged with distributing illegal drugs and possessing stolen weapons after allegedly selling undercover federal agents cocaine and firearms stolen from an Albuquerque gun store. The man was taken into custody following an investigation conducted by the...
What to do if you’re the victim of malice
Prosecutors in New Mexico and throughout the country might refrain from trying cases unless there is sufficient evidence to do so. However, there are instances in which a prosecutor may try a case in an effort to intimidate or harass an opponent. Large companies have...
Broken windshield leads to drug seizure
A traffic stop initiated because of a broken windshield led to drug charges for a New Mexico man on the night of May 2 according to a report from the Taos County Sheriff’s Office. The 29-year-old Peñasco resident was charged with possession of a controlled substance...
“Junk science” enters the courtroom
When people in New Mexico face criminal charges, they might expect that the evidence presented in court against them is scientifically rigorous, especially if it is framed as a psychological or IQ test. However, researchers say that in many cases, this may not be...
The meaning behind being “seized” by the law
Most Americans in New Mexico and around the country will learn that the Fourth Amendment means that an unreasonable “search” and “seizure” of a person is prohibited. For many years the amendment seemed to be clear, but that all changed during the case of Torres v....
Racial injustice persists in criminal sentencing
If you are facing criminal charges in New Mexico, you may be concerned about how your race or ethnicity may affect your experience, including the verdict and sentence you are likely to receive. Evidence shows that these concerns are well-founded. The criminal justice...
