New Mexico § 20-10-5 - Medal of valor with palm
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 20-10-5 — Medal of valor with palm, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-10-5. Medal of valor with palm
The governor may award a medal of valor with palm and with accompanying ribbon to
any member of the national guard or state defense force who distinguishes himself
by an extraordinary act of personal bravery and heroism, at the risk of his own life,
above and beyond the call of duty.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 20-10-5
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 20-10-5 cover?
Section 20-10-5 ("Medal of valor with palm") is part of the New Mexico Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of New Mexico. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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