Attorney to speak about political ad laws

A media attorney will discuss the laws regarding political advertising at a luncheon tomorrow in Las Cruces.

Attorney Hal Simmons, who works with the New Mexico Broadcasters and the New Mexico Press associations, will speak about the rules, regulations and legal requirements for political advertising in newspapers and on television and radio.

He will also talk about financial disclosures and the rules regarding what can be said in advertisements.

The luncheon is $12 for members and NMSU students and $15 for guests. Members of the public are invited to attend. To make reservations, call Sharon Sumner at (505) 527-0040.