Tenth DWI, Eighth Conviction, House Arrest | Albuquerque News

A New Mexico State Police officer pulls over a 64-year-old driver, Larry Lucero, for a canceled license plate — only to discover he’s also drunk. After failing multiple sobriety tests, Lucero’s history reveals this may be his tenth DWI in four decades, with seven prior convictions. His refusal to take a breathalyzer upgrades the charge to aggravated DWI. Prosecutors sought jail time before trial, but the judge opted for house arrest — a risky move given that an eighth conviction carries a mandatory 10-year sentence, possibly up to 12 years. This case is heating up, with legal watchers closely watching how justice unfolds after repeated bad choices. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8087329ffa15aeb6