The New Mexico Supreme Court has upheld regulatory decisions allowing El Paso Electric Company to pass along $5.7 million in nuclear power costs incurred during Winter Storm Uri to its customers. The court said state regulators acted within their authority when approving these charges.
The New Mexico Supreme Court has affirmed Castulo Aragon Jr.’s conviction for murdering his wife in Roswell in 2017 while vacating one count related to evidence tampering due to double jeopardy concerns. The unanimous decision addressed multiple appeal arguments about witness testimonies and forensic expert procedures.
The New Mexico Supreme Court upheld its method for calculating presentence confinement credits involving multiple cases. In Hezekiah Eaker’s appeal, justices ruled he receives only one day credited toward his sentence but must be resentenced due to improperly long parole and probation terms.
The New Mexico Supreme Court has upheld Muhammad Syed’s conviction for first-degree murder in an Albuquerque shooting case from 2022. The unanimous decision cited strong forensic links between Syed and key pieces of evidence as well as proof of criminal intent.
The New Mexico Supreme Court has upheld David Salazar’s conviction for murdering Joseph Keleher in Sandoval County following arguments about appropriate jury instructions and criminal intent standards. The ruling clarifies how mistaken beliefs and emotional distress are considered under state law.
New Mexico Courts have released an updated orientation video explaining what prospective jurors can expect during their service. The resource features current court practices and accessibility measures while being offered publicly online in both English and Spanish.
The New Mexico Supreme Court has upheld Christopher Maldonado’s convictions related to a fatal shooting at an Albuquerque motel in 2021. Justices ruled there was enough evidence for first-degree felony murder despite defense arguments about insufficient proof and jury confusion.
Chief Justice Julie J. Vargas marked Law Day with a proclamation emphasizing how laws protect individual rights in New Mexico. She called for reflection on justice and equality under legal principles.
Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced a new prison sentence for Rollie Bruvold following convictions related to child sexual abuse cases from decades ago. The New Mexico Attorney General’s Office coordinated renewed prosecution after earlier convictions were mostly overturned.
Connie Newell will retire as manager of Hidalgo County Magistrate Court after over two decades of service. Her colleagues recognize her dedication as she prepares for new personal milestones.