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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*
NOTE: Due to past litigation, some New Mexico registrants have different requirements.
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)*
To see all of these, keep hitting “more” at bottom of page until 31-18-15 can be accessed.
http://public.nmcompcomm.us/nmnxtadmin/NMPublic.aspx

Does the state have lifetime supervision?

Yes 31-21-10.1 A. (2)*
To see these, keep hitting “more” at bottom of page until 31-21-10.1 can be accessed.
http://public.nmcompcomm.us/nmnxtadmin/NMPublic.aspx

Does the state have indeterminate sentencing?

No.

What are the state civil commitment laws?

None.

Are there “Romeo and Juliet” laws or other laws specific to young people?

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?

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:

Most important legislative committees for our issues are:

Contact info for state legislators can be found at:

Other Useful State Information

Contact information for state registry office

Must agree to terms and then choose contact to access
(505) 827-9297
dps.sorna@state.nm.us
http://sheriffalerts.com/cap_contact.php?office=55290

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/

* 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.
new_mexico.1534089800.txt.gz · Last modified: 2018/08/12 12:03 by andrew_stein