There are plenty of consequences that come with a DWI conviction in the state of New Mexico. One that most people do not think about is that of the Ignition Interlock Device (IID). This requirement is what could affect your... Read More
In the state of New Mexico, it is estimated that 40 percent of all fatal motor vehicle accidents are caused by alcohol. To thwart this statistic, New Mexico has implemented harsh penalties for those convicted of a DUI – including... Read More
You know that the legal limit (known as the blood alcohol content limit, or BAC) is 0.08 percent. But, how is that amount calculated? The science behind the BAC is rather fascinating and important to know – especially if you... Read More
In most cases, a DWI/DUI conviction in New Mexico will result in some jail time and fines, but rarely is it charged as a felony. There are, however, exceptions to this, and your DUI could quickly turn from a misdemeanor... Read More
DWIs are taken very seriously in the state of New Mexico. The penalties are often severe, and lawmakers have made it their purpose to deter further DWIs with harsh penalties. If you have been charged with a first-time offense, you... Read More
If you are convicted of a DWI in New Mexico, regardless of whether it is your first offense, you could face severe consequences. Not only could you face jail time, but you could be forced into paying extensive fees and... Read More
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is the crime of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. New Mexico has one of the highest rates of alcohol-related fatalities in the nation. Though these rates have declined over... Read More
One question attorneys often get regarding DWI checkpoints is whether or not it is illegal to avoid one. Do you have to go through them? The answer to this question: no. It is completely legal to evade a DWI checkpoint,... Read More
If you have been stopped by a police officer for suspicion of drunk driving, you will generally be asked to show your license, registration and proof of insurance. You will also be asked if you have been drinking. At this... Read More
There are many reasons why you should never drive while under the influence of alcohol, the most obvious being that you can be killed doing so, or kill someone else. In addition, the fines, court costs, and legal trouble can... Read More