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Introduced
01/19/2021
01/19/2021
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021
03/20/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL LAW; PROVIDING FOR A SIX-YEAR TIME LIMITATION FOR PROSECUTING FIRST DEGREE FELONY TRAFFICKING CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES; PROVIDING NO TIME LIMITATION FOR PROSECUTING OTHER FIRST DEGREE FELONIES OR SECOND DEGREE MURDER.
AI Summary
This bill amends the existing law to provide for a six-year time limitation for prosecuting first-degree felony trafficking of controlled substances, and removes the time limitation for prosecuting other first-degree felonies and second-degree murder. The bill also maintains the existing time limitations for other felony and misdemeanor offenses, such as a five-year limitation for third- and fourth-degree felonies and a two-year limitation for misdemeanors. The bill becomes effective on July 1, 2021.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Consumer and Public Affairs Committee (13:30 2/9/2021 Room Zoom) (on 02/09/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=62&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/house/HB0062.pdf |
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