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Civil asset forfeiture laws allow law enforcement to seize cash or property from people they suspect of criminal activity. This is done before the person is convicted of any crime. In some cases, police never press any criminal charges at all. The victim of a...
Every year, people in New Mexico get fined or even arrested for hunting out of season. In some cases, it is done intentionally, but many people simply get the dates wrong and accidentally hunt after a season has ended. These innocent mistakes still break the law and...
As a patient in need of treatment, you rely upon the expertise of a doctor or surgeon. At times you may literally place your life in their hands. However, entering their care does not give them a license to do as they please. It is your body, and you retain the right...
Courts are supposed to screen technical and scientific evidence. They are supposed to ensure that this type of evidence is reliable, meaning that it is the product of reliable methods and principles and that the theory behind it is supported by the majority of...
A 32-year-old New Mexico man has been accused of using fuel cards that belonged to his former employer. When the case was reported, investigators began looking for the man and asked the public for help locating him. The man and his Chevrolet Silverado were allegedly...
Most people in New Mexico think of themselves as safe drivers, but many people take unnecessary risks on the highway, often without realizing that they're doing anything wrong. While being distracted for a few seconds might not seem important, it only takes a few...
Perhaps someone close to you in Santa Fe or Albuquerque was misdiagnosed as having Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease or a psychiatric disorder when in fact he or she had Lewy body dementia. There are more patients with LBD than there are patients with cerebral...
Although an eye condition known as retinal detachment is fairly common, a study has shown that it may be frequently misdiagnosed even among New Mexico patients who have risk factors for the condition. The Ophthalmic Mutual Insurance Company's research examined more...
A law enforcement crackdown in New Mexico on Aug. 29 resulted in 22 arrests, according to the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office. Most of the individuals taken into custody had outstanding warrants and face felony charges. Deputies from the BCSO’s Gang Recognition and...
Residents of New Mexico and beyond should be aware that they have certain rights if the police raid their homes. One of the most important things to know is that the police need a search warrant to raid someone's home — but only in certain cases. If a person hasn't...
