The Tactical In-Service

Can a Reserve Officer Make a Traffic Stop in New Mexico? State v Sommer Analysis


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In New Mexico, can a reserve officer or any non commissioned, salaried peace officer conduct a Terry stop under New Mexico's Constitution?

The NM Supreme Court addressed the issue in State v. Sommer Wright.

See State v. Sommer Wright: https://nmonesource.com/nmos/nmsc/en/item/518900/index.do

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Erik Scramlin is a former Chief Deputy District Attorney and currently serves as the Senior Attorney Instructor at Tactical Legal Solutions, LLC. Courses and contact information available at https://tacticalattorney.com

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