Q: I took a plea bargain in a drug case and did my probation and only to have the charge I plead guilty to be expunged.
I was covered under NM Statue 30-31-27.1 because of having a heart attack due to a drug overdose and was in the need of medical Attention. Where Marijuana was seen while awaiting EMT.
A:
Your situation touches on an important aspect of New Mexico's Good Samaritan law, which provides protection for people seeking medical help during overdose emergencies. The fact that marijuana was discovered while you were receiving emergency medical care should have been protected under this statute.
The expungement process following your plea bargain and completed probation is a significant step toward clearing your record. Under New Mexico law, expungement means the records of your arrest, conviction, and any related court proceedings should be sealed from public view, giving you fresh opportunities moving forward.
Given the unique circumstances of your case - specifically the medical emergency that led to the discovery - you might want to discuss this with a legal professional who understands New Mexico's drug laws and Good Samaritan protections. They could review your specific situation and potentially help ensure your rights under statute 30-31-27.1 were fully considered. Remember, seeking medical help during an overdose emergency should never result in negative legal consequences - that's exactly what this law was designed to prevent.
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