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Criminal Defense

What Is New Mexico’s Penalty for Aggravated DWI?

The penalty for aggravated DWI/DUI in New Mexico includes a minimum 48-hour jail sentence, which could increase to 90 days imprisonment or $500 in fines, or both. New Mexico State laws increase penalties for subsequent convictions until reaching eight convictions or more, carrying up to 12 years imprisonment. In This

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Breaking & Entering

Is Breaking and Entering a Felony in New Mexico?

Yes, Breaking and Entering is a felony in New Mexico. State-level criminal laws define it as a fourth-degree felony. A conviction could result in up to 18 months imprisonment and fines of up to $5,000. Besides the potential of jail time, people with a felony conviction also face collateral consequences

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Deadlines (Personal Injury)

How Long Do Insurers Have to Settle Injury Claims in NM?

Insurers do not follow time limits to settle accident injuries in New Mexico. However, they must respond to your claim “reasonably promptly” under NMSA § 59A-16- 20. Continued or repeated violations of this standard could result in a bad faith claim against them.   In general, accident injury settlements could

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Criminal Defense

2022 New Mexico Legislation Increases Gun Crime Penalties

New Mexico’s Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed House Bill 68 into legislation in March of 2022. The main component increases penalties related to gun crimes, including felons in possession, firearms used during felonies, and new laws criminalizing violent threats and property damage. “Every New Mexican deserves to feel safe in

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Injury Settlements

How Much Should I Settle for a Broken Arm in New Mexico?

You should only settle for an amount that compensates you fairly under New Mexico law. This number is hard to determine since every injury and degree of fault is unique to the accident’s circumstances. This outcome is determined by asking: How did it happen? Where did it happen? Who caused

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Criminal Defense

How Long Do Felonies Stay on Your Record in New Mexico?

Felonies could theoretically remain on your record for a lifetime in New Mexico.   However, some felony records are expungable or sealable, but state laws require you to make a petition the court for expungement, typically after waiting for significant periods post disposition or final order. Some felony convictions, such

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