New Mexico § 35-3-9 - Jurisdiction; contempt
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 35-3-9 — Jurisdiction; contempt, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 35-3-9. Jurisdiction; contempt
A magistrate has jurisdiction to punish for contempt only for disorderly behavior
or breach of the peace tending to interrupt or disturb a judicial proceeding in progress
before the magistrate or for disobedience of any lawful order or process of his court. No person shall be punished for contempt of the magistrate court until given an
opportunity to be heard in his defense. Any person convicted under this section may appeal to the district court in the
same manner as in other criminal actions in the magistrate court.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 35-3-9
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 35-3-9 cover?
Section 35-3-9 ("Jurisdiction; contempt") 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 § 35-3-9?
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Is this the official text of New Mexico law?
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How does New Mexico § 35-3-9 apply to my situation?
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