As a well-known civil rights lawyer, personal injury lawyer, and criminal defense attorney, Gary C. Mitchell, P.C. has handled hundreds of cases, and he’s helped countless clients navigate their way to legal victories they never thought they'd win. As president of the New Mexico chapter of the Civil Liberties Union, Mitchell is dedicated to fighting for justice, and seeing to it that his clients' civil rights are upheld is one of his highest priorities.

What exactly is a civil rights violation? It’s the discriminatory and unlawful treatment of an individual or group based solely on race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or similar criteria. Such discrimination can occur in respect to education, healthcare, housing, and employment.

It’s important to draw a distinction between civil rights, which refer specifically to persecution based on the above examples, and civil liberties, which cover a broader range of privileges (like freedom of the press, freedom of assembly, and so on). However, though the law does have very clear definitions, it might not always be evident whether or not your civil rights have been violated—and that’s why it’s so important to contact an attorney if you suspect you have a case. A civil rights lawyer will review the circumstances of your complaint and help you determine whether or not you should seek damages, or what your next course of action should be. After all, your constitutional rights are safeguards of your liberty, and you owe it to yourself to protect them.

If you feel that your rights have been trespassed upon, don’t wait. Call the firm of Gary C. Mitchell, P.C. today at (575) 257-3070. Justice is out there, and no matter how overwhelmed you may be feeling, it’s always worth pursuing.