Will a DUI case affect my friend's immigration hearing?

It depends what it might be applying for. *Removal/Deportation Representation* It is critically important that you get qualified and expert representation for the deportation/removal hearings. The Government will try to get the deportation issued. Neither the Immigration Judge, nor the Trial Attorney are there to help you. There are different forms of relief available which could result the granting of Lawful Permanent Residence. However, this requires large applications to be prepared and the necessity to prepare for trial. My firm has done this for several years, and if done properly, there is a very reasonable chance that it will be successful. If not done properly, the deportation order will be issued and your current way of living in the United States will end and you will either be on the run or be forcibly removed from the United States. Attorney Fees (Filing Fees and Costs not included).

I know that for the dream act a dui is a problem. Talk with an immigration attorney in New Mexico.

Conviction of any crime is grounds for deportation, and denial of entry. Act accordingly. License enforcement action by any state is honored by all states. Lose it in one, it is lost in all.

New Mexico will know about the CA DUI and it will count with them too. You need to speak with an immigration lawyer about its impact.