Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman has used his social media platform to update the public on criminal justice developments and legislative initiatives in New Mexico. On August 28, 2025, Bregman addressed recent sentencing news and ongoing efforts to reform juvenile crime laws.
In a post from August 28, 2025, Bregman reported on a high-profile sentencing: "MAN WHO SHOT UNM STUDENT IN THE EYE -- SENTENCED A judge has sentenced Christopher Rivera to 15 years in the New Mexico Corrections Department as a serious violent offender for his role in a day-long shooting spree across Albuquerque on January 25, 2023. BACKGROUND: Armed with a https://t.co/xDdnK2Wx8l". The statement highlights the conviction of Christopher Rivera for his involvement in an incident that resulted in severe injury to a University of New Mexico student during a prolonged shooting spree.
Earlier that day, Bregman posted an update linking to additional information: https://t.co/EBnDDreggS (August 28, 2025).
Later on August 28, Bregman discussed policy efforts targeting youth crime: "We have been working closely with law enforcement agencies across New Mexico to address the growing juvenile crime crisis in our state. The Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office has proposed more than 30 critical updates to the New Mexico Children’s Code—legislation that". These comments reflect concerns over increasing juvenile crime rates and point toward legislative reforms aimed at updating how such cases are handled.
New Mexico's Children's Code establishes procedures and protections related to juveniles involved in legal proceedings. Proposed updates often seek to balance accountability with rehabilitation options for young offenders.
Bregman's posts follow an ongoing trend among district attorneys nationwide who use social media platforms for transparency regarding prosecutions and policy proposals.
