If you are walking along the street, and the police stop you, it can soon get unnerving. In most cases, when they stop you for a reason. They want information about something. There is nothing to prevent the police from stopping to chat. Yet, there are limits to how...
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Can you get a DUI from a legal medication?
In New Mexico, as well as elsewhere in the United States, it is possible to get a DUI due to being impaired by a substance other than an illicit drug or alcohol. Even prescription medications can cause DUIs. It’s not just prescription medications, either....
What is the role of the malpractice panel in a patient claim?
When you file a medical malpractice claim, you want to hold a medical professional accountable for a mistake that hurt you or a loved one. To win such a claim, you have to prove that the professional who provided you with care didn't adhere to best practices or...
Penalties for poaching in New Mexico
In New Mexico, many people enjoy hunting wild game for sport and food. However, people who hunt without a license or out of season might be charged with poaching. If they hunt trophy animals for the sole purpose of taking the horns and leave the rest of the animals...
Crashes that only occur with large vehicles and trucks
Large commercial vehicles cause some of the most horrific crashes possible. In fact, they have created new categories of collisions. Certain crashes are more likely to happen with big trucks. Jackknife crashes, for example, can only occur with vehicles towing...
Could a New Mexico Drug Court program be the answer if you’re facing drug charges?
If you're facing drug charges, then you're likely aware of the stiff penalties that the court may impose if a judge or a jury convicts you of such a crime. The nature of the offense, drug type and amount of it involved are all likely to dictate how harsh of a sentence...
Can I be arrested for possession of kratom here in New Mexico?
Many people in New Mexico and all over the United States have found the relief they seek from pain through the use of kratom. Although kratom has been used for centuries in Southeast Asia where it is an indigenous plant, some states, cities and municipalities have...
What makes the difference between a voluntary and involuntary manslaughter charge?
Someone lost their life, and you were involved in the situation. Now, you're facing manslaughter charges -- and you're not entirely certain what that means. When you're in serious legal trouble, you can't fully participate in your own defense unless you understand the...
What happens if you hunt without a license?
If you are planning to go hunting in New Mexico, it is important to understand the legalities. For example, it is necessary to have a license to hunt, and if you do not have one, you could be fined. Penalties for hunting without a license The penalty for hunting small...
Medical malpractice is probably much more common than you think
People generally think of medical malpractice as a rare occurrence. When they hear a story about a surgeon amputating the wrong leg, for instance, they assume it’s the exception to the rule -- and it is true that these extreme examples are rare. They happen, but they...