New Mexico § 28-8-5 - Duty of others
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 28-8-5 — Duty of others, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 28-8-5. Duty of others
A. A person, other than a peace officer or medical practitioner, who finds a disabled
person may make a reasonable effort to notify a peace officer. If a peace officer or medical practitioner is not present, a person who finds a
disabled person may: (1) make a reasonable search for an identifying device; and (2) if the identifying device is found, may make a reasonable search for an identification
card of the type described in Subsection B of Section 2 of this act. If a device or a card is located, the person making the search shall attempt promptly
to bring its contents to the attention of a peace officer or medical practitioner. B. A claim for relief does not arise from a reasonable search to locate an identifying
device or identification card as authorized by Subsection A of this section.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 28-8-5
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 28-8-5 cover?
Section 28-8-5 ("Duty of others") 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.
How do I cite New Mexico § 28-8-5?
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Is this the official text of New Mexico law?
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