“New Mexico has the sad distinction of being one of the least protective states in the nation when it comes to victims’ rights,” Torrez said
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez unveiled a plan to amend the Crime Victims’ Rights Act on Friday, Oct. 4. Torrez was joined by lawmakers and advocates to announce the plan for the 2025 legislative session. The amended legislation comes after Target 7 Investigations did a report on Patrick Howard. Howard is a former Las Cruces High School teacher who admitted to fondling students. However, a Dona Ana County judge released Howard from his probation years early. His victims were not notified when the judge held a hearing of his release.
According to the New Mexico Department of Justice, New Mexico law establishes protections for victims but lacks enforcement to ensure protections are followed. The bills aim to protect…
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