First Judicial District Attorney
Mary Carmack-Altwies

The First Judicial District Attorney’s Office serves the communities of Santa Fe, Rio Arriba, and Los Alamos Counties, prosecuting on behalf of the State to uphold justice and ensure public safety.

We are committed to fairness, accountability, and transparency in the criminal justice system.

Serving Our Communities

The First Judicial District Attorney (FJDA) represents the people of the State of New Mexico who live in the counties of Santa Fe, Los Alamos and Rio Arriba.

The FJDA prosecutes criminal offenses within these counties. In addition to prosecutions, the office provides victim and witness assistance, trial preparation, administration, law enforcement technical assistance, and community outreach.With an understanding of the unique needs of Northern New Mexico, our office is dedicated to prosecuting crimes, supporting victims, and fostering safer communities.

We work closely with law enforcement agencies, service providers, and community organizations to seek justice and advocate for those affected by crime.

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“Real change, enduring change, happens one step at a time.”

– Ruth Bader ginsburg

The First Judicial District Attorney’s Office

Employees of the District Attorney’s office are entrusted with the critical work of protecting and fighting for our community, with opportunities for a unique experience and professional development.

Mary Carmack-Altwies seeks to grow and hire a diverse team of prosecutors, paralegals, investigators, and staff to support the FJDA mission. Employees are provided comprehensive benefits and are encouraged to pursue personal and professional development during their time at the office and are expected to maintain a high standard of integrity and professionalism, yet can still maintain a positive and healthy work life balance.​ If you are interested in being a part of our team reach out to our office.

Mary Carmack-Altwies

District Attorney

Jennifer Padgett macias

Chief Deputy District Attorney

Anthony Long

Chief Deputy District Attorney

Kent wahlquist

Chief Deputy District Attorney

Arwen Gaddis

Deputy District Attorney

Shelby Bradley

Assistant District Attorney
DWI Attorney

Trial Team

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intake Team

Diversion Team

Investigators

Are you a victim of a crime?

Victim Assistance

The Victims of Crime Act provides certain rights to victims of violent crimes. We are here to help you understand those rights, keep you informed about your case, and to provide information regarding victim assistance programs available to you.

We will provide guidelines for possible financial assistance available for expenses incurred as a result of the crime. We are committed to working with you as your case proceeds through the criminal justice system.

Nearly 1 in 4 adult women and approximately 1 in 7 adult men report having experienced severe physical violence from an intimate partner in their lifetime. *CDC

Know your Rights
Speak with an Advocate
rEACH OUT.

Contact a Victim Advocate Today
(505) 629-5204 or
1stDAVictimAdvocates@da.state.nm.us


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Frequently Asked Questions

Knowing your rights as a victim is an important step in ensuring your safety and wellbeing.

The rights and duties established pursuant to the provisions of the Victims of Crime Act take effect when an individual is formally charged for allegedly committing a criminal offense against a victim. A formal charge is an indictment or Information or the filing of a criminal complaint and delivery of that complaint to the District Attorney’s office. These rights and duties remain in effect until the final deposition of the court proceedings. The final deposition includes the sentencing and appeal (if filed). After conviction, victims will be notified of parole board hearings and release dates.

A victim can exercise their rights if they:

  • Fully cooperate with and fully respond to reasonable requests by law enforcement and the District Attorney.
  • Report the criminal offense within five days of the occurrence or discovery of the offense, unless reasonable not to do so;
  • Keep the District Attorney’s office informed of your current address and telephone number, even after sentencing

The Court makes every effort to complete cases within six (6) months. However, some cases may take longer depending on the type and complexity of the case. Generally, a case contains the following steps:

  1. Crime is reported to law enforcement
  2. Investigation and arrest
  3. Criminal complaint filed if probable cause was determined
  4. Grand Jury or Preliminary Hearing for felonies; Court sends criminal complaint to District Attorney for misdemeanors
  5. Formal pretrial motions and hearings
  6. Pre-Trial Conference
  7. Plea Agreement or Jury Trial
  8. Sentencing Hearing

New Mexico Courts’ Case Lookup application gives access to New Mexico Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, District Court, Magistrate Court and Municipal Court data.

District and Magistrate case information is updated every day. It is, therefore, current to within 24 hours of the time data is entered into a court’s database. Cases filed prior to the completion of the statewide court automation project in June 1997, may exist in a separate database, depending on the individual court. If you are looking for cases filed prior to 1997 and do not find information on the web page, you should contact the court directly.

To view case information, visit www.nmcourts.gov.

New Mexico Corrections Department Offender Information is intended to provide law enforcement agencies and the general public with information about offenders who are incarcerated or on probation and/or parole supervision. You must know an offender’s first and/or last name or NMCD Number to begin the search process.

To view case information, visit www.cd.nm.gov.

mEET JUDGE,

THE COURTHOUSE DOG

I assist and support victims for the FJDA.

Being a victim of crime can be stressful during the court process. If you need me, please let your victim advocate know and I will be by your side.

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