The rights of youth in New Mexico if they are arrested and accused of an illegal act are described. Emphasis is on situations they may encounter, what choices they have, and what they can do to help themselves. Although written specifically for youth in New Mexico, the book can easily be used or adapted for use with youth in other states. Situations include: possession of marijuana, shoplifting, joyriding, possession of alcohol, drag racing, using fake identification, glue and solvent sniffing, taking someone else's property, curfew violation, driving without a license, a family fight, vandalism, a fight, a border search, a bad joke, a bad cop, burglary, and a summary of the juvenile system. A list of agencies in New Mexico that might be willing to answer questions and give information is included. (RM)