CLovis, N.M. (KFDA) – A man from Clovis, New Mexico, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to his eighth DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) offense. Jimmy Norwood, 61, faced sentencing after his most recent arrest in August 2023.
According to the Ninth Judicial District Attorney’s office, deputies from the Curry County Sheriff’s Office responded to a crash on State Road 108 and Curry Road 13 on August 25, 2023. Upon arrival, they discovered Norwood inside his vehicle with an open beer can and signs of impairment. Field sobriety tests confirmed his intoxication, and he was arrested and taken for an alcohol breath test.
The results of the breath test revealed that Norwood’s blood alcohol content (BAC) was above the legal limit, leading to his conviction.
On January 2, 2024, a judge sentenced Norwood to 10 years in prison. However, following his sentence, Norwood will be eligible for two years of parole. This conviction adds to a long history of repeat offenses, making his case a significant example of the state’s stance on driving under the influence and repeat DWI offenders.
