Legal Blog

If you are facing criminal charges or believe you may be under investigation in New Mexico, you need to understand the statute of limitations. This legal deadline determines how long prosecutors have to charge someone with a crime. Missing these […]

Many federal agencies are authorized to carry out investigations. If you think you may be under federal investigation, you should contact a federal defense attorney immediately. Those agencies will collect evidence against you, and you need someone on your side […]

You might think all crime is the same – involving guns, gangs, and violence. However, crime commonly depicted in media is usually what is called “street crime” or “blue collar crime.” There is another type of crime called “white-collar crime.” […]

If you have been convicted of a crime in New Mexico, it may feel like your options are limited. However, you can still challenge your conviction by filing a criminal appeal. Mistakes, errors, or violations during your trial may provide […]

If you’ve been served a subpoena to testify in court, there are many reasons you might want to avoid it. Testifying in state or federal court does present risks, and you should avoid the chance of adverse consequences if possible. […]

When someone is federally indicted, it means a grand jury has formally charged them with committing a federal crime. Unlike state prosecutions, which involve violations of New Mexico law, federal indictments come from alleged violations of U.S. law, and the […]

If you have been charged with a federal crime, you will face two immediate hearings before a judge. The first will be your arraignment, which involves the government reading official charges against you. Then, if the U.S. Attorney wants you […]

You may be familiar with significant cases that involve hundreds or thousands of people against large companies that result in million-dollar settlements. These cases are often class action claims made by people with similar injuries. However, another type of claim […]