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David is a Life Member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Life Membership recognizes a demonstrated commitment to criminal defense and the mission of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Contact Information
- Taos, NM
- www.davidcserna.com
Biography
NBTA Certified Criminal Trial Diplomate (1986-present)Certified Criminal Trial Specialist, NM State Bar (1990-present)Founding Member, National College for DUI Defense (1995-present)Recipient, Top Lawyers of Albuquerque, ABQ Magazine (2006) Super Lawyers Criminal Law (2007-present)LifetimeMember National Legal Committee NORML (1985-present)Charles Driscoll Memorial Award (2013)National Association of Distinguished Counsel (2015-present)
Education
- Undergraduate: –Univ NM 1974
- Law School: Georgetown Law School, Juris Doctor, 1977
Bar Information
10th Cir.; District of Columbia, US District Court NM, NMState Bar
Practice Areas
- Capital Defense
- Controlled Substances
- DUI
- Federal Practice
- Forfeiture
- Juvenile Defense
- Mental Health Defense
- Sex Crimes
- White Collar Crime
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