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19 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Santa Fe, NM
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Showing 19 criminal defense lawyers in Santa Fe, NM
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Jay Goodman & Associates Law Firm, PC
2019 Galisteo St STE C3, Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 989-8117 jaygoodman.com
Sandoval Firm
1442 S St Francis Dr STE D, Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 795-7790 sandovalfirm.com
Law Offices of the Public Defender
301 N Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 395-2888 lopdnm.us
Pennington Law LLC
128 Grant Ave Suite 223, Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 557-6486 penningtonlawllc.com
Prince & Schmidt
630 Paseo De Peralta, Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 982-5380 lawforpersonalinjury.com
Reddick Law, PLLC
150 Washington Ave Suite 269, Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 295-7415 reddicklawfirm.com
Clark & Ruyle, Attorneys at Law, LLC
432 Galisteo St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 819-0493 santafelawyers.org
The Marlowe Law Firm
210 E Marcy St #1, Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 988-1144
Stephen D Aarons, Attorney at Law
2019 Galisteo St STE H1, Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 984-1100 aarons.law
The Jones Firm (Jones Snead Wertheim & Clifford P.A.)
141 E Palace Ave #220, Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 982-0011 thejonesfirm.com
The John Day Law Office, LLC | Santa Fe, New Mexico
505 Cerrillos Rd a205, Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 780-8326 johndaylaw.com
Humphreys Law Firm P.C.
1701 Old Pecos Trail suite b, Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 395-0042 nmconsumerlaw.com
Sid Childress, Lawyer
1925 Aspen Dr STE 600A, Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 433-9823 call-childress.com
Eloy I. Trujillo, DUI Lawyer
141 E Palace Ave Suite 101, Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 204-5435 sf-duilawyer.com
Whitley Val
200 W De Vargas St STE 3, Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 992-2903
Rothstein Donatelli LLP
1215 Paseo De Peralta, Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 988-8004 rothsteinlaw.com
Dan Cron Law Firm P.C.
425 Sandoval St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 986-1334 cronlawfirm.com
Kitren Fischer Law, LLC
222 E Marcy St suite 22, Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 557-3803 kitrenfischerlaw.com
Mark H. Donatelli
1215 Paseo De Peralta B, Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 988-8004 rothsteinlaw.com
Criminal defense lawyers in Santa Fe help clients facing charges in state district courts or the Santa Fe Municipal Court. New Mexico law provides specific rights and procedures, such as the right to a preliminary hearing within 10 days of a felony charge. A local attorney can navigate the unique rules of the First Judicial District and advocate for your case.
What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Santa Fe Cost?
Typical costs for a criminal defense lawyer in Santa Fe range from 1500 to 5000 dollars for a flat fee on a simple misdemeanor. Felony cases can cost 5000 to 20000 dollars or more, depending on complexity and trial needs. Many lawyers offer payment plans or require a retainer upfront. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of criminal cases does a Santa Fe lawyer handle?
Lawyers in Santa Fe handle cases from DWI and drug possession to assault and white collar crimes. New Mexico law has specific penalties for DWI, including mandatory jail time for repeat offenses. They also represent clients in federal court for cases like drug trafficking.
How long do I have to hire a lawyer after an arrest in New Mexico?
You should hire a lawyer as soon as possible after arrest. New Mexico law requires an initial appearance within 48 hours of arrest. A lawyer can attend this hearing and argue for your release or reduced bond.
What is the statute of limitations for criminal charges in New Mexico?
For most felonies, the statute of limitations is 3 years from the date of the crime. For misdemeanors, it is 2 years. Some serious crimes like murder have no time limit. A lawyer can tell you if your case is still within the legal time frame.
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