You’ve stumbled into the world of the Drug Recognition Expert, my friend. These are the designated honchos in law enforcement who’ve gone through a certification circus to spot folks cruising while influenced by substances. We’re talking about drugs here, not just late-night snacks. These DREs, they’ve studied the playbook of signs that give away an impaired driver. They eyeball you like a hawk, checking for those dead giveaways. And if they catch you with your impairment pants down, they’ve got a protocol to pinpoint the […]
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Understanding New Mexico Misdemeanor Crimes and Their Penalties
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. […]
Continue readingUnderstanding Assault Crimes in New Mexico
Discover the classifications and penalties of assault crimes in New Mexico, encompassing aggravated assault with a lethal weapon. In New Mexico, assault is characterized as the attempt to initiate a physical altercation, or delivering intentional threats or behaviors that instill fear of imminent harm. Assault does not necessarily include physical touch. Actions such as punching or striking with an object are considered battery. While assault offenses in New Mexico initially fall under misdemeanors, they escalate to felonies – known as aggravated assault – when involving […]
Continue readingA Guide to Battery and Aggravated Battery Criminal Laws in New Mexico
In New Mexico, actions such as punching, pushing, or striking another person with an object fall under battery. While these offenses often begin as petty misdemeanors, they can rise to felonies depending on the circumstances: whether the perpetrator intentionally harms the victim, uses a deadly weapon, or targets certain protected individuals. How New Mexico Defines Battery In this state, battery is described as the “unlawful, deliberate act of making contact or using force on someone in a disrespectful or hostile manner.” Instances of battery can […]
Continue reading6 Essential Steps to Address New Mexico Child Abuse Claims
In New Mexico, child abuse covers a broad spectrum, from neglect to actual mistreatment of individuals under 18. Facing such allegations, whether they stem from intentional acts or mere accidents, can lead to significant repercussions, including the potential loss of child custody. Securing immediate counsel from a defense attorney is vital to ensure the protection of your rights throughout any ensuing legal actions. Outlined below are six key steps to navigate and respond to child abuse claims in New Mexico: Secure and Protect Pertinent Evidence […]
Continue readingCompassionate Advocacy in Difficult Times
Facing a domestic violence charge comes with significant repercussions. It’s crucial to engage a law firm skilled enough to challenge the testimony of the other party involved. With two decades of specialization in domestic violence cases, Barry Klopfer stands as a beacon of expertise. We understand the depth of compassion required when navigating such delicate situations. The intensity of the prosecution often varies based on the gravity of the domestic violence allegations against you. Hence, securing the right legal defense to protect your rights is […]
Continue readingFelony and Misdemeanor Representation
At Klopfer Law, we profoundly grasp the consequences a criminal charge can introduce into your life: potential jail time, diminished job prospects, societal stigma, forfeiture of fundamental rights such as bearing arms, and an overarching loss of freedom. The gravity is even more pronounced in felony cases. Felonies span various levels: from the lowest bracket with a potential 0-18 months of incarceration to first-degree offenses which demand a minimum sentence of 18 years, extending to those with life imprisonment. A felony conviction without adept legal […]
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