New Mexico DWI Costs (2026)
State-specific DWI cost calculators, law summaries, and guides for New Mexico.
Calculate your New Mexico DWI costOn our estimates, a typical first-offense DWI in New Mexico costs about $23,870, the 6th highest of the 50 states (median of our state estimates: $17,615). Use the calculators below for your own situation.
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How much does a DWI cost in New Mexico?
Add up the fine ($0-$500), attorney fees (our estimate: $2,000-$7,500), insurance, ignition interlock, education, reinstatement and time off work, and our calculator puts a typical first-offense DWI in New Mexico at about $23,870, within a range of $11,954 to $38,314, using its default answers. Use the calculator for an estimate based on your own situation.
What is the legal DWI term in New Mexico?
New Mexico uses the term "DWI" for impaired driving offenses. The legal BAC limit is 0.08% for adults, with enhanced penalties at 0.16% BAC.
How long is your license suspended for a first DWI in New Mexico?
A first-offense DWI in New Mexico carries a license suspension of 1 year (365 days), and a second offense carries a license suspension of 2 years (730 days). Whether you can keep driving on a restricted license during that time is covered below.
Is an ignition interlock device required in New Mexico?
Yes. New Mexico requires an ignition interlock device for 12 months following a first DWI conviction. We estimate the monthly cost at about $80.
Does New Mexico require SR-22 insurance after a DWI?
Yes. New Mexico requires SR-22 high-risk insurance filing for 3 years following a DWI conviction. We estimate the typical premium increase at 50-150%.
When does a DWI become a felony in New Mexico?
In New Mexico, a DWI becomes a felony on the fourth offense (lifetime lookback). Other factors, such as an injury, can also change how a case is charged; an attorney can tell you how they apply in New Mexico.
Can a DWI be expunged in New Mexico?
New Mexico does not allow DWI convictions to be expunged. Some states have other ways to limit who can see a record, such as sealing, which this site does not cover yet; an attorney in New Mexico can tell you whether any apply.
How long do you have to request a license hearing after a DWI arrest in New Mexico?
In New Mexico, you have 10 days from when you receive the suspension notice to request a hearing on your license (NMSA § 66-8-112(B)). The notice you received at arrest gives the exact date.
How long does New Mexico have to charge you with a DWI?
In New Mexico, the state generally must file DWI charges within 2 years of the alleged offense. This deadline reflects a first-offense misdemeanor DWI; felony cases can carry a different filing window. If you are charged, an attorney can confirm how the deadline applies to your case.
Can you get a hardship or restricted license after a DWI in New Mexico?
New Mexico generally offers a hardship or restricted license that can let you keep driving for work, school, or treatment during part of a DWI suspension. Eligibility and conditions depend on your offense level and the court, so confirm the current rules for your situation.
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