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What can I expect at a DMV license hearing in New Mexico?
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What can I expect at a DMV license hearing in New Mexico?
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Get Informed - DUI/DWI Law Information
We've got a large library of DUI and DWI law articles, Q&A's and other resources. Start here to learn about DUI laws, arrests, defense, penalties and more.
DUI Basics
Get the low down on the law and what you can expect if you're arrested and charged with a DUI.
Get the low down on the law and what you can expect if you're arrested and charged with a DUI.
Your DUI and the DMV
Besides the court and criminal charge the Department of Motor Vehicles will also bring you grief.
Besides the court and criminal charge the Department of Motor Vehicles will also bring you grief.
DUI Arrests, Police Reports, Arraignments, and Fees
After you're arrested, booked and released, you'll need to get ready for your arraignment.
After you're arrested, booked and released, you'll need to get ready for your arraignment.
DUI/DWI Charges and Penalties
After a DUI conviction expect fines, license suspension, DUI school, and sometimes jail.
After a DUI conviction expect fines, license suspension, DUI school, and sometimes jail.
Fighting a DUI
You may have options to lessen the sentence, get a reduced charge or get the case dismissed.
You may have options to lessen the sentence, get a reduced charge or get the case dismissed.
Getting Help with a DUI/DWI Charge
There are some things you can do yourself and some which require the help of an attorney.
There are some things you can do yourself and some which require the help of an attorney.
Under New Mexico laws, you face an administrative, automatic license suspension following a DUI arrest. This means the DMV- and this is separate from the criminal court- actually takes your license right away after a DUI arrest. This suspension lasts for a period of 90 days. However, you may be able to request a DMV license hearing after a 30 day waiting period where you request your license back, at least on a limited basis.
If you are facing a DMV hearing to try to get your license back:
To deal with the DMV license hearing process, it is important to consult with an experienced attorney for help and advice.
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