The District of New Mexico is hiring an Information Technology Supervisor for its Albuquerque or Las Cruces office. The position oversees all IT functions for the district, with priority given to applications received by May 22.
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.
A Zuni woman has pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter after her infant died from asphyxiation while co-sleeping. Authorities say alcohol consumption played a role in the incident. She faces up to eight years in prison.
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.
The Tenth Circuit Court has opened applications for a bankruptcy judge position in Denver, Colorado. The appointment carries a 14-year term with an annual salary of $229,908. Applications are due by June 16.
A Shiprock man received a two-and-a-half-year federal prison sentence for an unprovoked stabbing incident involving another individual last year. Authorities say Matthew David Charley pleaded guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon following an investigation by multiple agencies.
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.
A Gallup man faces federal charges after allegedly running over a woman near Vanderwagen last month. Authorities say Darius Kyran Eskeets caused serious injuries during the incident; he awaits trial under home detention.
Robert Jay Hernandez has been charged with federal crimes including sex trafficking and forced labor involving vulnerable individuals he bonded out from jail in Las Cruces. Authorities allege he used threats and coercion against victims who were dependent on him for shelter or drugs.