Use when an arrest or conviction record keeps someone from jobs or housing and they want to see if it can be cleared (expunged), or need a copy of their record.
In danger right now: call 911. Crisis or thoughts of suicide: call or text 988. Not sure where to start? Call the Silver City Gospel Mission: 575-388-5071. Police, fire or sheriff, not an emergency: 575-388-8840 (Central Dispatch). Print our list of phone numbers →
These are the same steps our staff use when they help someone. "They" means the person who needs help: you, or someone you are helping. Go in order, and call ahead when you can.
1Talk about what is in the way
You can ask"Is your record keeping you from a job, housing, or something else?"
You can ask"Was the case in New Mexico? Do you know which court?"
2Learn if the record might be cleared
You can say"New Mexico lets some records be cleared from public view. It depends on the case."
New Mexico Courts - Criminal Record Expungement
Forms and information to expunge (clear) a criminal record
2005 Hwy 180 W, Suite 500, Silver City · Phone intake Mon-Thu 9:30 am-4:00 pm at 1-833-545-4357; online application any time at newmexicolegalaid.org. Silver City office: 575-388-0091.
New Mexico State Bar Foundation - Modest Means Helpline
Legal advice and lawyer referrals for low and moderate income people
This guide is general information only, not medical, legal or other professional advice. Places and rules change, so please call before you go. In an emergency, call 911; in a mental health crisis, call or text 988. Disclaimer
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Questions, or want someone to walk through this with you? The Silver City Gospel Mission, 111 S. Texas St., Silver City, 575-388-5071, weekdays 9:00am-1:45pm. Everyone is welcome.