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If a loved one died in custody at a county jail or a state prison in New Mexico, here is what families should know about getting answers and holding the right people accountable.

Civil rights violations often arise during moments of heightened stress - such as arrests, detentions, or incarceration - and can result in serious physical, emotional, and long-term harm. Understanding how civil rights violations are defined under New Mexico law can help individuals recognize when their rights may have been infringed.