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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO CRIME; INCREASING THE PENALTY FOR LARCENY OF A FIREARM.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to increase the penalty for the theft of a firearm, a crime also known as larceny. Specifically, it changes the law so that if someone steals a firearm valued at less than $2,500, they will now be charged with a third-degree felony instead of a fourth-degree felony, meaning a more serious criminal offense with potentially harsher penalties.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Consumer & Public Affairs Committee (12:00:00 2/7/2026 Room 317) (on 02/07/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=197&year=26 |
| HCPAC Tabled Report | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/Tabled_Reports/HB0197CP1T.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/firs/HB0197.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/house/HB0197.pdf |
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