AG: New Mexico Press Releases

New Mexico DOJ Arrests Thomas Nathaniel Goff for Child Solicitation

The New Mexico Department of Justice, in coordination with the FBI, has arrested Thomas Nathaniel Goff on charges of Child Solicitation by Electronic Communication Device. Goff is accused of soliciting a minor and faces up to nine years in prison if convicted.

New Mexico Court of Appeals Affirms Child Abuse Conviction of Alexis Avila

The New Mexico Court of Appeals has affirmed the conviction of Alexis Avila for first-degree child abuse resulting in great bodily harm. Avila was convicted in April 2023 for attempting to dispose of her newborn baby in a dumpster in January 2022. The Attorney General's office will now focus on ensuring Avila is remanded back into custody.

New Mexico DOJ Reminds Consumers to Submit Claims in Santa Fe Spa Case

The New Mexico Department of Justice is reminding consumers affected by the Santa Fe Spa Center case to submit claims for settlement funds. The settlement includes $350,000 to be returned to consumers, with claims due by February 10, 2026.

New Mexico DOJ Warns of Fake Toll Violation Text Scam

The New Mexico Department of Justice issued a warning regarding a fraudulent text message scam impersonating the Bernalillo County Magistrate Court. The scam uses fake toll violation notices with QR codes to steal personal and financial information.

AG Torrez Defends No-Cost Contraception Coverage Access

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez joined 22 other attorneys general in filing an amicus brief challenging Trump Administration regulations that expand religious and moral exemptions to no-cost contraception coverage. The brief urges the Third Circuit Court of Appeals to affirm a lower court ruling that these regulations are unlawful.

Bernadine Martin Resigns as District Attorney Ahead of Removal Hearing

The New Mexico Department of Justice announced the resignation of District Attorney Bernadine Martin ahead of a removal hearing. The NMDOJ initiated the action due to operational failures, including deficiencies in case oversight and administrative management, which jeopardized public safety.

DOJ Searches Former Zorro Ranch for Illegal Activity Allegations

The New Mexico Department of Justice, with assistance from state police and fire/rescue, conducted a search of the former Zorro Ranch property as part of an ongoing criminal investigation into alleged illegal activities prior to Jeffrey Epstein's death. The department is seeking public information related to events in New Mexico.