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0 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Mexico on
Q: I Got a DWI in NM first 1 in that state but I’ve had some in other states . What do you think my punishment will be?

My other ones were over 18 years ago. I’ve went to court they told me it was a PM now they dropped that and said it was A 3 degree felony with all my others. What can I expect to happen?

0 Answers | Asked in Elder Law for New Mexico on
Q: If there is a water leak under the home and the renter is unaware who is responsible for the bill and leak repair?

My father has just been kicked out because he was unaware of the water leak that ran up a 3k bill.

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for New Mexico on
Q: Does a Transfer on Death Deed revert back to the original owner if granted beneficiary passes away for the OG owner?

My grandmother drew up a TOD for my mother and uncles. One of my uncles has passed away. Does the property he was set to get go back to my grandmother? (no other beneficiaries were named on TOD Deed)

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for New Mexico on
Q: I have been divorced since March 2008 I was a victim of domestic abuse I am 100% disabled and at the time of the divorce

At the time of the divorce he told me he would not sign it if I went after his retirement or 401 k

I was extremely afraid of him can I still file for it

0 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Mexico on
Q: I got a traffic citation for some improper equipment citations, I pleaded not guilty in the arraignment, can I fight it?

Improper Display of Registration (My license plate was falling off so I temporarily put it in my back window. I bought new fittings and hung it back up as soon as I was free to go),

No signature on Registration(I forgot but signed it right away),

No current address on... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for New Mexico on
Q: Can I use martial arts on the street to defend myself if attacked in new Mexico?
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answered on Apr 17, 2024

In New Mexico, you have the right to defend yourself if you are attacked, but there are important legal considerations to keep in mind:

Self-defense laws: New Mexico follows the "stand your ground" principle, which means you do not have a duty to retreat before using force to...
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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law and Collections for New Mexico on
Q: Can state of NM come after tax debt 10 years later?

My husband use to live in NM and now lives in texas. Last month we received a letter from the state saying they were putting a lien on our house for a $13000 unpaid tax debt from 2013. My husband said he didn't even file taxes that year but the state claims he did and also claims he made a... View More

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answered on Apr 16, 2024

It sounds like you are in a challenging situation with the New Mexico tax authorities. Here are a few key points and suggestions:

1. Statute of limitations: Generally, states have a limited time period to assess and collect taxes, known as the statute of limitations. For New Mexico, the...
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0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for New Mexico on
Q: Hello, can line item "K" be clarified for me for Section 45-6-401: Real property; transfer on death deed.

"K. If a grantee beneficiary dies prior to the death of the record owner and an alternative grantee beneficiary has not been designated on the deed, the transfer shall lapse."

Does this mean it goes back to the record owner?

0 Answers | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for New Mexico on
Q: If CYFD has altered my drug test results and a Psychological evaluation can the judge overlook that

The judge is prepared to take our parental rights even though we have been compliant with the department. Both dad and mom have 6 months of urine drug test through Mental health Resources and we even paid for a hair follicle out of our own pocket. The Psychological Evaluation was altered to move my... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Uncategorized for New Mexico on
Q: Want a attorney to get my secondary retirement from the city of Santa fe

HR at the city hide said I didn’t have policy while helping my kid collect it

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answered on Apr 12, 2024

I'm sorry to hear that you're having difficulty collecting your secondary retirement from the City of Santa Fe. It sounds like a frustrating and complex situation, especially if the HR department is not being forthcoming or helpful.

In this type of situation, consulting with an...
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0 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Mexico on
Q: I am having a hearing by the MVD on revocation of my driving privilages due to DWI can I have an attourney represent me

I am acting as a pro-se in my magistrate criminal cause

But this is Adminastrative proceedings apart from the Magistrate Court in the MVD local office on 30 Apr @ 10:00 AM

0 Answers | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law and Gov & Administrative Law for New Mexico on
Q: So my boyfriend left me on the money he asked the courts for. I am the beneficiary. He passed on February 5, 2024.

I was supposed to get the funds on February 13th. His family said I had to wait for his estate to be looked at. The bank said I would get the funds on April 8th. I was told by my lawyer that the wife was suing him, and everyone involved with my case. They said I am undeserving for the money.... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for New Mexico on
Q: Is there a way to get a sooner court date other then 8 months, when going into discovery for employment law.

2 years of not payed overtime and wage theft on every single pay check. I worked 160 hours every two weeks and was on call. Paid full amount of rent. At year 1-1/2 I was fed up. Contacted a lawyer. A demand letter was sent to my employer and I was fired that day and evicted in a week. Now still... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for New Mexico on
Q: I got a ticket for reckless driving, the officer said i was accelerating rapidly. How would i plead?

Also first ticket and the car next to me also got the same ticket as me.

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for New Mexico on
Q: My employer has filed a motion in Delaware over a breach in non compete contract. I received a cease and desist.

I am not sure what my rights are. I only started my own work because I could not find any employment. My vehicles were repossessed, and I have 4 children I need to provide for. However due to how this company handled my firing and such, I have not been able to gain employment after potential... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning, Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation and Environmental for New Mexico on
Q: As a homeowner, do I have the legal right to remove tree overhang from adjacent (neighbor) property?

Large tree branches over hanging vehicle parking and my residence roof. Potential damage if it breaks.

0 Answers | Asked in Probate for New Mexico on
Q: Can a spouse contest a beneficiary on a life insurance policy in New Mexico which is a community property state?

My husband listed myself and his daughters as dependents in the policy thinking it was the beneficiary portion but his sister was listed in 2016 before we got married and never changed it. He committed suicide 2/24 in our home and Hartford took three weeks looking for a beneficiary and found his... View More

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