NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Supreme Court is hearing arguments on Friday, Jan. 14 over the state’s ethics law. This comes after a challenge in the cases of four public officials charged with ethics violations.
Former Dona Ana County Treasurer David Gutierrez is accused of pursuing a relationship with an employee. Sixth Judicial District Attorney Francesca Estevez is suspected of trying to intimidate officers investigating her for using a state-owned vehicle.
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Former San Juan County Magistrate Judge Connie Lee Johnston is accused of recording people in a secure part of a building and former Tax and Revenue Secretary Demesia Padilla is accused of using her position to embezzle.
The justices just wrapped up and will make a ruling at a later date. This is a developing story, KRQE News 13 will provide additional information as it becomes available.
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