In the land of enchantment, New Mexico, there is a quiet struggle that goes unnoticed by many. It’s a struggle between the law and those who find themselves on the wrong side of it. In this arid landscape, transgressions are sorted and measured by their weight on society. Lesser offenses, known as misdemeanors and petty misdemeanors, carry lighter sentences than their more grievous counterparts, felonies. Yet, even these minor infractions can leave a lasting mark on a person’s life, like footprints in the desert sand. […]
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Are you charged with DWI due to being on drugs or marijuana? If so, read further so you know what a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) is and how it may affect your defense.
Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) is a designation bestowed upon police officers and other law enforcement personnel who have completed a certification process. To earn this designation, DREs study known signs of impairment associated with certain drugs. By observing suspect drivers for these signs, DREs determine the type of substance being used by the driver following a specific protocol. DREs are certified through the International Association of Chief of Police (IACP) in the recognition of impairment due to drugs. For approximately 20 years, Albuquerque attorney Barry […]
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