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New Mexico Laws Regarding Registration
* All statutes are linked from the same search page.
- OPEN IN A NEW WINDOW for the link: http://public.nmcompcomm.us/nmnxtadmin/NMPublic.aspx
- Select “Desktop” or “Smartphone/Tablet” then click “OK”
- In the search field, copy or type the statute number provided. (Leave off any ending letters. Use 29-11A-4, not 29-11A-4 L)
- All related statutes will appear as links.
- To do another, click on the “Search Form” tab.
Who must register?
29-11A-5*
http://public.nmcompcomm.us/nmnxtadmin/NMPublic.aspx
What information must registrants provide?
How frequently must they register? And for how long?
90 days/6 months 29-11A-4 L*
10 years/life 29-11A-4 L*
http://public.nmcompcomm.us/nmnxtadmin/NMPublic.aspx
Do any registrants remain privately registered? If so, who?
Youthful offenders 29-11A-5.1 E*
http://public.nmcompcomm.us/nmnxtadmin/NMPublic.aspx
Are there special restrictions for registrants even after supervision?
Notification to schools 29-11A-5.1 D*
http://public.nmcompcomm.us/nmnxtadmin/NMPublic.aspx
Is there a process for removal from the registry? If so, who qualifies and what is the process?
No.
What is the registration requirement for someone with a sexual offense who is visiting the state?
Within 5 days if will be in state 14 or more days or total of 30 in a year 29-11A-4 D*
http://public.nmcompcomm.us/nmnxtadmin/NMPublic.aspx
What is the registration requirement for someone with a sexual offense who will be moving to the state to live or to attend school?
Within 5 days if will be in state 14 or more days or total of 30 in a year 29-11A-4 D*
http://public.nmcompcomm.us/nmnxtadmin/NMPublic.aspx
State Laws Regarding Sexual Offenses and Offenders, other than registration
What sexual offenses can people be convicted of, and what are the ranges of sentences?
31-18-15 A.(2)(5)(6)(9)(10)(12) and E.(2)(5)( 6)(9)(10)(12)*
http://public.nmcompcomm.us/nmnxtadmin/NMPublic.aspx
Does the state have lifetime supervision?
Yes 31-21-10.1 A. (2)*
http://public.nmcompcomm.us/nmnxtadmin/NMPublic.aspx
Does the state have indeterminate sentencing?
No.
What are the state civil commitment laws?
None.
What is the age of consent?
Age 18 30-9-11 E*
http://public.nmcompcomm.us/nmnxtadmin/NMPublic.aspx
Are there “Romeo and Juliet” laws or other laws specific to young people?
Yes 30-9-11 G*
http://public.nmcompcomm.us/nmnxtadmin/NMPublic.aspx
Info for State Advocates
Are felons allowed to vote? If so, when is this right restored?
Yes, after prison, parole, and probation 31-13-1*
http://public.nmcompcomm.us/nmnxtadmin/NMPublic.aspx
What does the state say about persons who are required to register?
How does the state’s legislative process work?
http://www.nmvoices.org/attachments/legislative_advocacy_11-09.pdf
https://www.lutheranadvocacynm.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Brief-Overview-of-the-NM-Legislature.pdf
How can I locate legislation regarding sexual offense issues?
Search by keywords
https://www.nmlegis.gov/Search
Multiple topics to choose for searching
https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Bill_Finder
Best keywords are:
sex, sexual
How to sign up for notifications of bill movement:
Become member; choose state
http://www.lexisnexis.com/trial/uslm168473.asp?access=1-259552304&treatcd=1-348835911&gclid=CjwKCAjwwuvWBRBZEiwALXqjw8DkWCykfilTsCiY_Rbqn9cdVFIx3TWfs8HaTSjoa92MqHQhM5v8MBoCjRgQAvD_BwE
https://www.billtrack50.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjwwuvWBRBZEiwALXqjw24SBr64LegJvepBpuyr8Bv_hAJQainjYVL3HI6_AiJ10ku93zK-RRoCaMgQAvD_BwE
Most important legislative committees for our issues are:
House judiciary
https://www.nmlegis.gov/Committee/Standing_Committee?CommitteeCode=HJC
Senate judiciary https://www.nmlegis.gov/Committee/Standing_Committee?CommitteeCode=SJC
Link needed.
House consumer and public affairs
https://www.nmlegis.gov/Committee/Standing_Committee?CommitteeCode=HCPAC
Senate public affairs
https://www.nmlegis.gov/Committee/Standing_Committee?CommitteeCode=SPAC
Contact info for state legislators can be found at:
House
https://www.nmlegis.gov/Members/Legislator_List?T=R
Senate
https://www.nmlegis.gov/Members/Legislator_List?T=S
Other Useful State Information
Contact information for state registry office
NARSOL state affiliate website or blog:
Liberty and Justice Coalition
http://libjusco.net/
Other helpful state advocacy groups:
Response needed.
Link needed.
Other registrant-friendly state support groups:
Response needed.
Link needed.
Other helpful information
http://www.sexoffenderresource.com/new-mexico/
http://www.sexoffenderresource.com/new-mexico/
* All statutes are linked from the same search page.
- OPEN IN A NEW WINDOW for the link: http://public.nmcompcomm.us/nmnxtadmin/NMPublic.aspx
- Select “Desktop” or “Smartphone/Tablet” then click “OK”
- In the search field, copy or type the statute number provided. (Leave off any ending letters. Use 29-11A-4, not 29-11A-4 L)
- All related statutes will appear as links.
- To do another, click on the “Search Form” tab.