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Introduced
02/01/2021
02/01/2021
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; CREATING THE CRIME OF LOOTING; PRESCRIBING A PENALTY; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
AI Summary
This bill creates the crime of "looting" in New Mexico, which consists of knowingly and without authority entering a home, dwelling, commercial business, or property where normal security is unavailable due to a disaster or emergency, and obtaining, exerting control over, damaging, or removing the owner's property. Whoever commits looting is guilty of a fourth-degree felony and must be sentenced to at least 100 hours of community service and required to make restitution to the property owner. The bill also declares an emergency, indicating it is necessary for the public peace, health, and safety that the act take effect immediately.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Health and Public Affairs Committee (00:00 3/1/2021 Room) (on 03/01/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=258&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0258.pdf |
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