KRQE News 13 · Oct 8, 2026

Albuquerque mom charged under Bennie’s Law released ahead of trial

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A mother who is facing charges after her 14-year-old son got a hold of her gun and accidentally shot and wounded his friend was released Thursday before trial. Leigh Cleveland is facing charges under what's known as "Bennie’s Law" for negligently making a firearm accessible to a minor.