New Mexico § 30-1-8 - Time limitations for commencing prosecution
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 30-1-8 — Time limitations for commencing prosecution, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 30-1-8. Time limitations for commencing prosecution
A person shall not be prosecuted, tried or punished in any court of this state unless
the indictment is found or information or complaint is filed within the time as provided: A. for a second degree felony, within six years from the time the crime was committed; B. for a third or fourth degree felony, within five years from the time the crime
was committed; C. for a misdemeanor, within two years from the time the crime was committed; D. for a petty misdemeanor, within one year from the time the crime was committed; E. for any crime against or violation of Section 51-1-38 NMSA 1978 , within three years from the time the crime was committed; F. for a felony pursuant to Section 7-1-71.3 , 7-1-72 or 7-1-73 NMSA 1978 , within five years from the time the crime was committed; provided that for a series
of crimes involving multiple filing periods within one calendar year, the limitation
shall begin to run on December 31 of the year in which the crimes occurred; G. for an identity theft crime pursuant to Section 30-16-24.1 NMSA 1978 , within five years from the time the crime was discovered; H. for any crime not contained in the Criminal Code or where a limitation is not otherwise
provided for, within three years from the time the crime was committed; and I. for a capital felony, a first degree violent felony or second degree murder pursuant
to Subsection B of Section 30-2-1 NMSA 1978 , no limitation period shall exist and prosecution for these crimes may commence at
any time after the occurrence of the crime.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 30-1-8
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 30-1-8 cover?
Section 30-1-8 ("Time limitations for commencing prosecution") 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 § 30-1-8?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 30-1-8" (New Mexico). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Mexico law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Mexico official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Mexico attorney.
How does New Mexico § 30-1-8 apply to my situation?
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