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When can I apply? Type of RecordWaiting PeriodMisdemeanor aggravated battery or 4th degree felony convictions.Four years from end of sentence.3rd degree felony convictions.Six years from end of sentence.2nd degree felony convictions.Eight years from end of sentence.4 more rows ?

Effective January 1, 2020, the Criminal Records Expungement Act, Sections 29-3A-1 through 29-3A-9 NMSA 1978, took effect. This Act allows a qualifying individual to petition a court for expungement of a number of criminal and related public records.

In New Mexico, individuals who have been convicted of a felony are barred from exercising three basic rights: (1) voting;7 (2) holding elective office;8 and (3) possessing firearms. 9 The Governor may exercise her pardon authority to restore some or all of these rights under New Mexico law.

Expungement Services by L4SB WHAT'S INCLUDEDHELP REMOVE MUGSHOTS ONLYANY TYPE OF EXPUNGEMENT (CONVICTION)Price$199$2,000Additional InformationExpungement already completed.$2,000 retainer required, $325/hourAll InclusiveNo.YES!No ConvictionNo.YES!6 more rows

After you file your Petition, the court will set a hearing date. At your hearing, you may be asked questions about your expungement request and any objections that have been filed. After the hearing, the court has 30 days to decide whether to grant or deny your petition.

The length of the waiting period depends on the nature of the record but is generally between one and ten years after the arrest. If you are convicted of a crime in New Mexico, the details of this criminal conviction will remain on your record for life.