Specific state laws as they apply to the state of New Mexico
Last Updated: January 2026 | Verified against current state statutes Quick Answer: How Long Is a Murder Sentence? Murder sentences in the United States vary dramatically by state and the degree of murder charged. First-degree murder typically carries 25 years to life or the death penalty in 27 states. Second-degree murder ranges from 4 years … Read more
Last verified: January 2026. This page reflects current New Mexico Statutes NMSA 66-7-201 through 66-7-206 governing hit and run offenses. 📑 Table of Contents (click to expand) Quick Summary Your Legal Obligations at the Scene Misdemeanor Hit and Run Felony Hit and Run Penalties and Sentencing New Mexico Crash Statistics Notable Cases Civil Liability and … Read more
Unlike many other states, New Mexico does not have a specific “teen sexting” statute. This creates a uniquely dangerous legal landscape for minors. In New Mexico, teenagers who share explicit images of themselves or peers can theoretically be charged under the same felony child exploitation laws that apply to adult predators. While prosecutors often use … Read more
A Summary of New Mexico Whistleblower Laws The state of New Mexico follows the employment-at-will doctrine. This means it is legal for employers to dismiss their employees for any reason or no reason. However, there are several exceptions to this rule that is used to protect employees. They include common law protections and statutory protections. … Read more
Last verified: February 2026 Key Points Primary Law: Motor Vehicle Quality Assurance Act (NMSA 1978, §§ 57-16A-1 to 57-16A-9) Coverage: New motor vehicles within manufacturer’s express warranty term Presumption: 4+ repair attempts for same defect OR 30+ business days out of service Remedies: Replacement vehicle or full refund at consumer’s option Arbitration: Certified third-party dispute … Read more
Last verified: February 2026 Everything you need to know about New Mexico child support laws, including the income shares calculation method, worksheets for different custody arrangements, and enforcement procedures. Quick Summary: New Mexico uses an income shares model where both parents contribute based on their proportional income. Worksheet A applies to basic visitation arrangements, Worksheet … Read more
A Summary of Child Car Seat Laws in New Mexico New Mexico law requires infants to ride on rear-facing seats until they are 1 year old and weigh at least 20 pounds. Children who have outgrown rear-facing seats should ride on forward-facing seats until they exceed the maximum weight and height limits of the seat. … Read more
Statute of Limitations NM- Summary New Mexico’s statute of limitations establishes a deadline before which civil cases – such as lawsuits – must be filed in the state. In relation to criminal charges, it also prevents prosecutors from charging an individual with a crime after a specified period of time has passed. The statutes of … Read more
New Mexico Recording Law Summary: Last Updated: January 2025 | Verified against current N.M. Stat. Ann. Chapter 30 Quick Answer New Mexico is a one-party consent state. You can legally record telephone conversations as long as you’re a party to the conversation or have consent from at least one participant. Notably, New Mexico’s wiretapping law … Read more