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The Business Side of NIL in New Mexico: LLCs, Taxes, and Choosing the Right Help
Tax Disclaimer: Johnn Osborn is not a tax attorney or a CPA, and nothing in this article is tax advice. Tax rules change and apply differently to every athlete's situation. Consult a qualified tax professional before making decisions about your NIL income, entity...
NIL Contracts in New Mexico: What Every College Athlete Should Read Before Signing
If you are a college athlete at UNM, NMSU, UTEP, or a New Mexico high school, the world of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) is moving fast, and the contracts you are being asked to sign are getting more complicated. The House v. NCAA settlement allows schools to pay...
How to Expunge a Criminal Conviction in New Mexico: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to Expunge a Criminal Conviction in New Mexico: A Step-by-Step Guide By Johnn Osborn | Land of Enchantment Law If you have a criminal conviction in New Mexico, it may be possible to have your record expunged. New Mexico’s Criminal Record Expungement Act (NMSA §...
What to Do When Your Athlete Agent Cheats You in New Mexico
If you are a college athlete in New Mexico and your agent has cheated you or failed to do what they promised, you have legal options. New Mexico’s Uniform Athlete Agents Act (NMSA §§ 61-14F-1 through 61-14F-19) gives student athletes real protections, including the...
What Is a Nolle Prosequi in New Mexico Criminal Cases?
What Is a Nolle Prosequi in New Mexico Criminal Cases? In New Mexico, a nolle prosequi is a formal act by the prosecutor dismissing a pending criminal case or charge, ordinarily without prejudice, meaning the State can refile if not otherwise barred. In State v....
How to Expunge a Non-Conviction Criminal Record in New Mexico: a Step-by-Step Guide
A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Expunge a Non-Conviction Criminal Record in New Mexico
Can You Own a Gun and Use Cannabis in New Mexico? What the Supreme Court’s Hemani Decision Could Change
Currently, if you use cannabis legally in New Mexico and own a firearm, you are technically committing a federal felony. It does not matter that recreational marijuana has been legal in this state since 2021. It does not matter that New Mexico allows open carry...
DWI Expungement in New Mexico: What’s Actually Possible
A practical guide for New Mexicans who want to know whether a DWI can come off their record and what really happens when it can't. A DWI charge in New Mexico doesn't quietly fade. It surfaces during job interviews, lease applications, professional licensing reviews,...
What Is Expungement in New Mexico? Understanding the Basics
Expungement in New Mexico is a legal process that allows individuals to have certain criminal records erased or sealed from public view. For many, it represents a new start — removing barriers that a past mistake might create when applying for jobs, housing,...
Expungements and Pardons
Expungement vs. Pardon in New Mexico THE SHORT VERSION Expungement and pardon are not interchangeable. Expungement is a court order that seals a New Mexico criminal record from public view; the file still exists for police and courts. A pardon is the governor’s act of...
The Benefits of Hiring a Business Lawyer for Small Businesses
Why Your Small Business Needs a New Mexico Business Attorney Starting and growing a small business in New Mexico is exciting, but it also comes with legal obligations that can easily be overlooked. A trusted New Mexico business attorney helps you avoid costly...
Name, Image, Likeness, and the Law
With the recent changes in NCAA regulations, college athletes now have the opportunity to capitalize on their Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL). This shift has sparked a significant discussion in the sports industry and beyond, as it presents a new era of opportunities...
5 common legal terms explained
Five Legal Terms Explained The legal world often seems to operate in a language of its own. For those not trained in the law, terms like "jurisdiction," "liability," and "due process" can be intimidating, creating a barrier to understanding one's own rights and...
How to Choose the Right Business Entity in New Mexico: A 2026 Guide
Choose the Right Business Entity in New Mexico | 2026 Guide
Federal Checkpoints, Legal Cannabis, and a Fight New Mexico Didn’t Sign Up For
What every New Mexico cannabis operator should know about Border Patrol seizures in the 100-mile zone. THE SHORT VERSION Starting in February 2024, U.S. Border Patrol agents began seizing state-licensed cannabis at interior checkpoints in southern New Mexico. By...
What to Do When You Receive a Notice of Contemplated Action in New Mexico
The short version If the New Mexico Cannabis Control Division serves you with a Notice of Contemplated Action, you have 20 days to mail a certified, return-receipt-requested letter requesting a hearing. Miss that deadline and the contemplated penalty becomes final,...