Criminal Defense Blog

Jones Criminal Defense Attorneys | March 18, 2026 | Domestic Violence

A DANCO order, short for Domestic Abuse No Contact Order, is a court order that prohibits someone accused of domestic violence from contacting the alleged victim. Courts often issue these orders early in a criminal case to protect the alleged victim while the case moves through the legal system. Although the term DANCO order is […]

Jones Criminal Defense Attorneys | March 18, 2026 | Domestic Violence

Domestic violence charges in New Mexico carry significant legal consequences. In many cases, these offenses are filed as misdemeanors. However, certain circumstances can lead prosecutors to pursue felony charges instead. The differences between a misdemeanor and a felony can drastically affect the potential penalties and the long-term impact on your life. Understanding how domestic violence […]

Jones Criminal Defense Attorneys | February 6, 2026 | New Mexico Law

Facing an injunction in Albuquerque can feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve never dealt with a restraining order before. An injunction is a court order with serious effects on your rights and daily life. If you’ve been served one, you have the opportunity to respond and defend your side of the story.  Knowing how these cases […]

Jones Criminal Defense Attorneys | February 4, 2026 | Criminal Defense

The terms lawyer and attorney are often used interchangeably, leading many people to assume they mean exactly the same thing. In everyday conversation, that assumption is usually harmless. However, in certain legal, professional, and historical contexts, the words can carry slightly different implications.  The challenge is that there is no universally accepted legal definition that […]

Jones Criminal Defense Attorneys | January 30, 2026 | Domestic Violence

Domestic violence cases often involve complex emotional and legal issues. One common point of confusion arises when a victim does not want to press charges against the alleged offender. Many people assume that without the victim’s cooperation, the case simply ends. In reality, the legal process does not always work that way. Understanding who controls […]