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I got intergated after my visit, they threatened me a searched my car & took pictures of my bank accounts. The Correction officer said I was supposed to hand an inmate something because of my recent phone call of visiting the inmates family, before the visit this is my first time visiting my... View More 
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answered on Jun 7, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your experience. In general, correctional facilities have strict security protocols, and searches of vehicles and personal belongings can be part of these procedures, especially if they suspect contraband. However, taking pictures of your bank accounts and other... View More
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answered on Jun 2, 2024
It sounds like there's an issue with the accuracy of the police reports and criminal complaints regarding your boyfriend. If the last name on these documents is incorrect, this could potentially impact his case and his defense. It's important to address this error promptly to ensure that... View More
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answered on May 24, 2024
In most legal systems, you generally have to choose between a bench trial or a jury trial for a given case. A bench trial is where the judge alone hears the case and makes the decision, while a jury trial involves a group of peers who listen to the evidence and determine the verdict.
There... View More
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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... View More
of your house without your explicit consent? As it would seem to me that the immediate road in front of your home is reserved for your vehicle to be able to park.
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answered on Mar 24, 2024
It's common to assume that the space directly in front of one's home is reserved for their own use, but this is not always legally the case. On public streets, parking is typically available to anyone on a first-come, first-served basis, unless otherwise marked by signs, such as for... View More
Trying to break my sons wrist.I was told the nurse took pictures of what was done to my son but not of all the bruises he has.they said my son was on 72 hour hold which has passes and was extended to 37 days.I he hasn’t been given a call since this incident.other inmates are who have notified me... View More
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answered on Mar 14, 2024
Hearing about your son's situation in detention must be incredibly distressing. It's important to take immediate steps to address this issue. First, document everything you've been told by other inmates and any communication you've had with the facility regarding your son's... View More
My son was 15 years old at the time of the recording of the video. I am also seen in the video. Can I take legal action to have the video removed? My son has been receiving death threats because of this video. I have filed a privacy complaint by reporting the video, but YouTube has yet to respond.... View More
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
Given the circumstances you've described, it appears that posting a video of a minor being interrogated without parental permission could potentially violate privacy laws. As a parent, you have the right to protect your son's privacy and well-being. You may have legal grounds to take... View More
This video is of my son who was 15 at the time of the reording and myself. I never gave anybody permission to post this video on YouTube. The YouTube user is profiting from his videos on his YouTube channel. Is this legal??
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
It is likely illegal for someone to post a police interrogation recording of a minor on YouTube without proper authorization. In most jurisdictions, recording and disseminating such material without consent from both the minor and their legal guardian would violate privacy laws and potentially... View More
I'm asking this because I've been Tryna make a living for myself and my children as I am a single parent and I'm not able to get a decent job because of the felony charge that is not mine... i had even been jailed for the charge and guns pulled on me by police..
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
It sounds like you're facing a challenging situation with a felony conviction on your criminal background that isn't yours. Being wrongly convicted can have significant consequences, impacting your ability to secure employment and potentially leading to distressing encounters with law... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In New Mexico, as in other states, store owners or managers have the right to refuse service to anyone or ask someone to leave their property for almost any reason that is not discriminatory under federal or state law (e.g., based on race, religion, gender, etc.). If a person refuses to leave after... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
Generally, a store has the legal right to ask you to leave their premises if they believe you are engaging in behavior that disrupts their business or violates their policies. However, simply being asked to leave does not necessarily mean you have committed a crime. Stores have the authority to... View More
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answered on Feb 7, 2024
In New Mexico, as in the rest of the United States, the police generally cannot encroach upon private property and confiscate personal property without a court order, such as a search warrant, unless specific exceptions apply. These exceptions might include exigent circumstances where the police... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
In most cases, the police cannot encroach on private property and confiscate personal belongings without a valid court order or warrant. The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures, requiring law enforcement to obtain a warrant from a... View More
And as I was recording him look in my girlfriends purse he walks away then turns around and smacked the phone out my hand and I got a video of it what can I do
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answered on Jan 18, 2024
If you have a video showing an employee accusing you of stealing, searching your girlfriend's purse without consent, and then assaulting you by smacking your phone away, you have several options. Firstly, it's important to keep the video safe as it is crucial evidence of the incident.... View More
the vehicle is not registered to person with the warrant
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answered on Jan 18, 2024
In New Mexico, as in other states, police generally need a valid reason to stop a vehicle. This can be a traffic violation or reasonable suspicion that a crime is being, has been, or is about to be committed. If the police are looking for someone with a warrant, they typically need some basis to... View More
And permanent injury did occur
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answered on Jan 18, 2024
If you believe that you were given medication without your consent during an involuntary mental evaluation in an ER in New Mexico, and this led to permanent injury, you may have grounds for legal action. In healthcare, patient consent is a fundamental principle, especially when it comes to... View More
Awarded as personal representative of his estate and filed a tort claim against the county. Is there anything I can do to have her removed as his personal representative? If so how do I go about it
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answered on Dec 5, 2023
In New Mexico, if you believe that your half-sister, as the personal representative of your late brother's estate, has violated certain rights or acted improperly, you do have options to challenge her position.
First, you need to file a petition in the probate court that is handling... View More
I was told I failed to communicate with them. I have messages from the caseworker stating the department failed to contact me and do home checks. For over a month, no communication. They failed to provide necessary steps in helping get housing, phone service. The state when attempted visits were... View More
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answered on Oct 19, 2024
I'm really sorry you're going through this difficult time. It's important to reach out to a family law attorney who can help you navigate the legal system and advocate on your behalf. They can assist in correcting any errors in the paperwork and ensure your side of the story is... View More
A cop turned his lights on behind me whil I was parked off the road with car trouble. He ran my plate,&my tags,insurance: said both were both suspended. I told him my tags were suspended but insurance was valid& active as I had gotten it four days prior. I had been on my way to get my... View More
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answered on Sep 11, 2024
Based on what you’ve described, there may be grounds to challenge the actions of the officer and the legality of the search and seizure of your vehicle. After issuing the citations, the officer generally shouldn't continue to question you unless there is reasonable suspicion of another... View More
Since May I have been concerned for being targeted by line management in an effort to subversively remove me from my project. I contacted management above line regarding the concern immediately. Only one email was ever sent by line manager to request anything of me. I declined some requests as it... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
It sounds like you're in a challenging situation where you feel unfairly targeted by your line management without any clear communication or justification. You've taken some good initial steps by reaching out to upper management to express your concerns and document what's been... View More
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