New Mexico § 30-3-3 - Assault with intent to commit a violent felony

Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 30-3-3 — Assault with intent to commit a violent felony, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 30-3-3. Assault with intent to commit a violent felony

Assault with intent to commit a violent felony consists of any person assaulting another

with intent to kill or commit any murder, mayhem, criminal sexual penetration in the

first, second or third degree, robbery or burglary. Whoever commits assault with intent to commit a violent felony is guilty of a third

degree felony.

Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 30-3-3

What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 30-3-3 cover?

Section 30-3-3 ("Assault with intent to commit a violent felony") 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 § 30-3-3?

A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 30-3-3" (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?

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How does New Mexico § 30-3-3 apply to my situation?

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