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Albuquerque Criminal Defense Law Firm


Have you recently been arrested for an alleged criminal offense? If so, you understand how complex the criminal court system can be in New Mexico as well as the number of different forms you must fill out even before a court date is set. An experienced New Mexico criminal lawyer can help ensure that everything gets filed appropriately and can prepare you for a hearing.

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A DUI conviction can result in jail time, loss of your driver's license, a stiff fine and other penalties, not to mention a permanent criminal record. It is easier to exceed the 0.08 blood alcohol concentration (BAC) threshold than most people realize, and you can be convicted with a BAC even lower than that if you appear intoxicated or are under 21. There are many ways to fight a DUI charge, however. A skilled DUI criminal defense attorney can help. Read more.

The domestic violence designation can enhance penalties for other acts, such as assault, that are already crimes. Unfortunately, false accusations are more common in domestic violence cases than they are in just about any other type of criminal case, because they are often used to gain advantage in divorce or child custody proceedings. Domestic violence charges are very serious, and qualified criminal defense counsel is a must. Read more.

Robbery, burglary and theft are all distinct crimes – robbery involves taking by force; burglary involves a home invasion; and theft refers to many types of fraudulent taking of property, including identity theft and receiving stolen property. All of these offenses can be prosecuted as felonies, and in some cases, years can be added to your sentence if the estimated value of the property exceeds a certain threshold. Read more.

Assault and battery laws are harsher than most people realize. Slapping someone in the face, for example, could get you up to six months in jail for battery, and you could be jailed for assault without ever touching anyone. Assault and battery charges commonly arise out of domestic disputes where there may be no third-party witnesses. Read more.

Although New Mexico abolished capital punishment in 2009, life imprisonment is still a distinct possibility if you are convicted of homicide. Under certain circumstances, it is even possible to be convicted of murder despite proving that you did not intend to kill anyone and that it was someone else, not you, who pulled the trigger. An experienced criminal defense lawyer is essential when fighting a homicide charge. Read more.

White collar crimes are nonviolent crimes committed for financial gain, such as identity theft, embezzlement, and money laundering. The term “white collar” quite frankly whitewashes the serious nature of these crimes. Offenses are easier to commit than you might realize – unauthorized access to computer records at your office, for example, can be prosecuted as a felony. Read more.

A defendant facing a resisting arrest charge typically faces one or more other charges, for whatever crime he or she allegedly resisted being arrested for in the first place. You can even be charged with resisting arrest for refusing to pull over. Although a resisting arrest charge will not stick if the arrest itself was unlawful, your innocence of the underlying offense doesn't necessarily mean that the arrest itself was unlawful. Dedicated criminal attorneys can assist your defense. Read more.

Larceny refers to theft without violence or trespassing, and it can be prosecuted as a misdemeanor or a felony. Shoplifting is a good example of a typical act of larceny. Penalties for larceny vary greatly depending on the estimated value of the allegedly stolen item. In some cases, a one-dollar increase in the estimated value can add years to your maximum prison sentence. Read more.

If you are on probation, it is probably because the court felt that outright incarceration would be inappropriate. Nevertheless, you will be subject to intrusive conditions of probation that could include a curfew or a prohibition against associating with certain people. Violating probation is a serious matter that might result in incarceration for a longer period than if you had never been released on probation in the first place. Read more.

Federal and state prisons in New Mexico are filled with people convicted of drug crimes. Penalties can be unreasonably harsh – even simple possession of a small amount of crack cocaine, for example, can result in 20 years in prison. You can be charged at either the state or the federal level, and you may be subject to a draconian mandatory minimum sentence. Read more.

Because sex crimes carry a stigma that cannot be compared to any other type of crime, false accusations are relatively common. Conviction for a sex crime can result in years of prison time and mandatory registration as a sex offender for life. Even a baseless accusation can do permanent damage to your reputation unless your name is cleared. A reputable criminal defense advocate is imperative to represent your interests. Read more.

The foregoing is just a sample of the types of criminal charges we handle. We also represent defendants charged with child pornography, child molestation, minor in possession of alcohol, and many more offenses.

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LARCENY

Larceny (over $2500 but less than $20,000) and Conspiracy to Commit Larceny (over $2500 but less than $20,000) Client Faced 4 and ½ years in Jail—Case Dismissed by prosecutor after Attorney Jack Mkhitarian asked for Evidence related to the Offense that prosecutor was unable to provide.

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KIDNAPPING

1st Degree Felony Kidnapping (Sexual Offense Comitted), Criminal Sexual Contact, Battery Against a Household Member (4 Counts) Client faced 23 and ½ years in Jail. All charges dismissed upon Prosecutor's failure to comply with Defense Council's Discovery Demands.

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DWI

DWI First Offense, Careless Driving, and Open Container-Client was involved in a roll over accident on the Freeway, blew a .08, .09. - Found not guilty at trial.

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Jack & his legal team are outstanding! Being a single mother, fighting for her fathers freedom, the front desk personally helped by watching my son as Jack & I sorted out legal matters. Jack went above & beyond to ensure paperwork was submitted in a timely manner, even if it meant traveling numerous miles to various court houses. Jack is highly educated and impressive in the courtroom. Jack remained patient as our family struggled to understand New Mexico’s broken law system. This year Jack has given us the greatest gift of them all, my father is home celebrating the holidays with his family. I would highly recommend Jack & his team for all of your criminal law needs.

Sierra B.

First rate legal representation! The attorneys at New Mexico Criminal Law Offices are serious and talented professionals who will work hard for you. I've been completely satisfied with their work and recommend them 100% to anyone that find themselves in need of quality legal representation. I was looking at a felony and they had it thrown out in a hearing. Wonderful work from this excellent team of professionals. Hire them and rest assured that you have some of the finest attorneys in town working for you.

Jose M.

Jack Mkhitarian is definitely one of the best attorneys I've ever had the pleasure in dealing with, he and his staff are truly professional and pationate about their work. Jack will fight for your rights and give you the best chance in receiving proper justice in any case, you would be doing yourself an injustice chosing any other law office to represent you. Jack and Jordan were so knowledgeable and have an extreme desire to win, whatever the situation may be. This law office is what I call a five star and one of the best I've ever seen, if you need representation, don't hesitate, they can help you get your life on order and will do whatever it takes to make sure justice is heard. Call now.

Chris R.

I know this sounds cliche but I really think of New Mexico Criminal Law Offices as family now as they have successfully assisted my family with two separate legal issues. Kenneth, Jack and Jackie work as a team and are always responsive and professional. Jackie Lewis, the office manager, is always available to answer questions and her compassion and humor brought light to sometimes very difficult situations. Both Kenneth Gleria and Jack Mkhitarian, Attorneys at Law, really took the time to alleviate any fears by answering all of our questions and making sure we were aware of all options and strategies. I really felt like this office had our back and took care of us. Thank you thank you thank you!

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