Can a DWI Be Expunged in New Mexico?

Rules in New Mexico

MVD keeps DWIs issued on or after June 17, 2005 on the driving record for 55 years

Official source: rules (New Mexico)

How Long It Counts for Repeat Offenses in New Mexico

no time limit: every prior DWI conviction counts, including equivalent municipal, county, tribal and out-of-state convictions, and a deferred sentence counts as a first convictionNMSA 1978, § 66-8-102(E), (S)

Official source: how long it counts for repeat offenses (New Mexico)

More on DWI Law in New Mexico

See the full overview of DWI laws in New Mexico and read about how long a DUI stays on your record.

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• DWI License Suspension in New Mexico: Hearing Deadline and Hardship License
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