Las Cruces Man, 49, Booked on Felony Motor Vehicle and Fugitive Charges

Allegedly... Timothy James, 49, of Las Cruces, was booked into the Doña Ana County Detention Center on June 20, 2026. He faces several allegations including a felony charge of unlawful taking of a motor vehicle and a petty misdemeanor charge for concealing identity. Records indicate the arrest occurred at 1015 Heather. In addition to the local charges, James was booked as a fugitive from justice. This classification typically indicates that the individual is wanted by an outside jurisdiction or has an outstanding warrant from another state. While bond was set at $1,000 for the vehicle and identity charges, no bond information was listed for the fugitive hold at the time of intake. The charges are allegations, and Timothy James is presumed innocent unless and until a court finds otherwise.