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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
A JOINT RESOLUTION PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO ARTICLE 2, SECTION 13 OF THE CONSTITUTION OF NEW MEXICO THAT WILL ALLOW CONDITIONS FOR DENIAL OF BAIL TO BE SET BY THE LEGISLATURE, REMOVE THE REQUIREMENT THAT BAIL DENIAL DECISIONS BE MADE BY A COURT OF RECORD, REMOVE THE LIMITATION OF BAIL DENIAL TO DEFENDANTS CHARGED WITH A FELONY, CLARIFY THAT BAIL MAY BE DENIED IF NO RELEASE CONDITIONS WILL REASONABLY ENSURE THE APPEARANCE OF THE PERSON AS REQUIRED AND REMOVE COURT PROCEDURAL DIRECTIONS. .
AI Summary
This Joint Resolution proposes amendments to the New Mexico Constitution to allow the state legislature to set conditions for denying bail, removing the requirement that only a court of record can deny bail, and expanding the reasons for bail denial beyond just felony charges. Specifically, it clarifies that bail can be denied if no release conditions can reasonably ensure a person's appearance in court or protect the safety of others, and it removes specific procedural instructions for courts regarding bail decisions. The resolution also clarifies that individuals eligible for pretrial release should not be detained solely because they cannot afford to post a bond.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Commerce and Economic Development Committee (08:30 2/3/2021 Room Zoom) (on 02/03/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=H&legtype=JR&legno=4&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/resolutions/house/HJR04.pdf |
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