Once she is 16 as long as you are closer than four years in age to her, you are within the law in terms of sexual relations.

My husband is going to be released from prison in New Mexico. What are the living restrictions and what's the best way to find .

It depends on what crime he was charged with. He should have a parole discharge plan before being released that will outline his conditions of parole.

What's the defense against statutory rape in NM when boyfriend had no reason to think I was almost 16 when he got me pregnant?

Getting married now won't fix his legal problems, nor will an abortion. As for the statory rape he needs to consult with an attorney. Sex offender...

Yes you can hire a private attorney once you have been appointed a public defender. As for waiting until the day of trial, that is up to the Judge....

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My son is incarcerated with nmdoc. he has a pending case which a court date

Criminal defendant's have a right to be present for all court hearings in their cases. If he wants to be present he needs to convey that to his...

I received a conditional discharge on a felony case. does this mean my record of this case can be removed from the system file.

Your attorney should file a dismissal of the case once you have successfully completed probation. However, your arrest will remain in the system.

My son is doing time in nmdoc for a charge that was dismissed. sentence was based on this dismissed case and on another case

You need to consult an attorney. Multiple cases can produce complex legal issues.

Being late on court fees can subject you to being in contempt of court or a probation violation. Both can land you in jail. If you have some of the...

What are the pros and cons of hiring a public defender versus a private attorney? other than financial, equally efficient?

There are some excellent public defenders out there. However, they are typically carrying a much larger case load than private attorneys and...

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