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Sam Bregman | |
|---|---|
| District Attorney of Bernalillo County | |
| Assumed office January 2023 | |
| Governor | Michelle Lujan Grisham |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 6, 1963 Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Jackie Bregman |
| Children | 3, including Alex Bregman |
| Education | University of New Mexico (BA, JD) |
| Profession | Attorney |
Samuel Holiday Bregman (born August 6, 1963, in Washington, D.C.) is an American attorney, politician, and public servant. He currently serves as the District Attorney of Bernalillo County, New Mexico. He was appointed to the role in January 2023, by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham,[1] and elected to a full term in 2024.[2] Bregman currently also serves as the Chairman of the New Mexico Organized Crime Commission.[3]
Early life and education
[edit]Bregman was born in Washington, D.C., and raised in Maryland. In 1981, at age 17, he moved to New Mexico to attend the University of New Mexico, where he briefly played baseball for the Lobos.[4] He later earned his Juris Doctor from the University of New Mexico School of Law.[5]
Career
[edit]Early Roles
[edit]Bregman served as an Assistant District Attorney for the Second Judicial District of New Mexico, as Deputy State Auditor for New Mexico.[5] From December 1995 to November 1999, he served on the Albuquerque City Council representing District 4, and as Council Vice President in 1997.[6] After working as a public prosecutor, Bregman established a private law practice, where he represented clients in both civil and criminal cases.[7]
From 2005 to 2010, Bregman and his wife were co-owners of the New Mexico Thunderbirds, a professional basketball development league franchise.[8]
From 2013 to 2014, Bregman served as Chairman of the New Mexico Democratic Party.[9]
Chairman of the New Mexico Racing Commission
[edit]In February 2021, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham appointed Bregman to serve as Chairman of the New Mexico Racing Commission.[10] During his tenure, the commission introduced measures related to regulatory oversight, anti-doping, and animal welfare.[11] Bregman served concurrently as a member of the New Mexico Gaming Control Board, which oversees gambling operations.[10]
Bernalillo County District Attorney
[edit]In January 2023, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham appointed Bregman as Bernalillo County District Attorney.[1] He resigned from the Racing Commission and the Gaming Control Board when he began his term as District Attorney.[10] Bregman was elected to a full term as District Attorney in 2024.[2]
As District Attorney, Bregman introduced school-based educational efforts addressing firearm-related offenses, and presented plans to curb juvenile crime and teen gun violence, and to reform the juvenile justice system.[12][13][14][15][16]
Bregman proposed changes to the Children’s Code that included expanding the types of crimes where juveniles can be charged as adults, extending the jurisdiction of juvenile services to 25 years old, and expanding youth gun restrictions.[14][15][16][17][18][19]
In April 2023, in partnership with multiple law enforcement agencies, Bregman launched “Operation Route 66," targeting crime along Central Avenue in Albuquerque.[20][21] In collaboration with the Governor’s office, Bregman adopted a strategy to consolidate organized retail theft cases and pursue felony charges against repeat offenders.[22]
Bregman supported legislation aimed at improving behavioral health treatment options within the criminal justice system.[17][23][24]
Chairman of the New Mexico Organized Crime Commission (OCC)
[edit]In May 2023, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham reestablished the New Mexico Organized Crime Commission (OCC), and appointed Bregman to serve as its chairman, leading the commission's multi-agency efforts to address organized crime, human trafficking, drug trafficking, overdose deaths, and gun violence across the state.[3][24][25][26]
Under Bregman's leadership, the commission supported investigations into transnational criminal networks, and assisted in identifying fentanyl trafficking routes into New Mexico.[24][25]
Bregman oversaw the OCC's "Operation Disruption," which targeted human trafficking operations as part of a broader strategy by multiple state and federal agencies to fight human trafficking and organized crime along the U.S.-Mexico border.[25][26][27][28]
Bregman spoke out against the placement of federal troops on the New Mexico border to assist with drug interdiction, and expressed concerns over potential negative impacts to public safety over the practice.[24][29]
Personal life and family
[edit]Bregman lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with his wife, Jackie Bregman. Together, they have three children, Jessie, AJ, and Alex, who currently plays Major League Baseball for the Boston Red Sox.[30] He is a grandfather of three grandchildren.
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Governor appoints Second Judicial District Attorney". Office of the Governor: Michelle Lujan Grisham. January 3, 2023. Retrieved 1 May 2025.
- ^ a b Albizu, Breana (5 June 2024). "Bregman wins race for Bernalillo County District Attorney". KOAT. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ a b "Governor reestablishes Organized Crime Commission to combat human and gun trafficking, overdose deaths". Office of the Governor - Michelle Lujan Grisham. 2023-05-24. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ^ Reiter, Ben (20 March 2019). "Almost Famous: The Astros' Alex Bregman is Freshly Paid and Trying to Return Baseball to the Limelight". Sports Illustrated.
- ^ a b "About District Attorney Sam Bregman". Office of the Second Judicial District Attorney. State of New Mexico. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "City Councilor Archive". City of Albuquerque. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Top prosecutor in busy New Mexico district aims for justice". Associated Press News. 5 January 2023.
- ^ Scott, Damon. "Bregmans keep D-League basketball alive in ABQ". Albuquerque Business First. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Congratulations New Dem State Chairman - Sam Bregman". Democracy for New Mexico. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ a b c Raess, Noah (11 September 2024). "Racehorses, slot machines and election campaigns". Searchlight NM. Retrieved 7 May 2025.
- ^ "NMRC FY20 Annual Report" (PDF). New Mexico Racing Commission. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ Logroño, Monica (2024-01-17). "BernCo DA Sam Bregman visits Washington MS for anti-gun school initiative". KOB.com. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ^ Rushton, Griffin (2024-10-23). ""DA Sam Bregman lays out plan to curb juvenile crime"". KOB.com. Retrieved 2025-08-29.
- ^ a b KOB.com (2024-11-12). "DA Sam Bregman lays out plan to rewrite New Mexico Children's Code". KOB.com. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ^ a b Aragon, Jaquelin (2025-01-03). "DA Sam Bregman's plan to tackle teen gun violence". KOB.com. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ^ a b Fisher, Austin (2024-11-18). "Bernalillo County prosecutor wants tougher laws for young people. Will New Mexico lawmakers agree?". Source New Mexico. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ^ a b Writer, Gregory R. C. Hasman / Journal Staff (2025-02-17). "DA Sam Bregman talks crime at Northeast Albuquerque synagogue". Albuquerque Journal. Retrieved 2025-08-25.
- ^ Foote, Kassie (2025-02-13). "DA Bregman talks lack of juvenile justice reform in public safety package". KOB.com. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ^ Catlin, Nick (2025-07-12). "Bernalillo County DA Sam Bregman answers questions on youth crime". KOAT. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ^ Frendak, Giuli (2025-03-01). "District attorney sees success already with 'Operation Route 66' in Albuquerque". KOB.com. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ^ "Bernalillo County DA provides update on Operation Route 66 in Albuquerque". KRQE NEWS 13 - Breaking News. 2025-05-12. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ^ "Albuquerque prosecutors take new approach to combatting retail theft". AP News. 2023-09-05. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ^ Reporter, Los Alamos (2025-02-22). "Lawmakers Send Robust Public Safety And Behavioral Health Legislation To Governor". Los Alamos Reporter. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ^ a b c d "War on drug cartels ramps up at America's blue border". Newsweek. 2025-02-17. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ^ a b c Sun, New Mexico (2024-12-23). "New Mexico crime commission reports progress against organized crime". New Mexico Sun. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ^ a b Rushton, Griffin (2025-01-09). "DA Sam Bregman talks teen crime and human trafficking ahead of legislative session". KOB.com. Retrieved 2025-08-25.
- ^ Begay, Mesha (2024-09-04). "State leaders outline results of 'Operation Disruption' in New Mexico". KOB.com. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ^ "Law enforcement agents rescue almost 100 victims in cartel bust". Newsweek. 2024-09-05. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ^ "Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman speaks on actions taken by President Trump on immigration". KRQE NEWS 13 - Breaking News. 2025-01-23. Retrieved 2025-08-24.
- ^ Ruhiyyih Ewing, Giselle (10 April 2025). "Father of Red Sox star Alex Bregman launches bid for New Mexico governor". Politico. Retrieved 5 May 2025.