New Mexico § 13-4-9 - Penalty
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 13-4-9 — Penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-4-9. Penalty
Any person, firm, association or corporation distributing lumber in the state of New
Mexico after June 30, 1939, for any of the purposes hereinbefore set forth in this
act or any contractor in this state using lumber for any of said purposes who shall
deliberately violate any of the provisions of this act shall, upon conviction, be
subject to a penalty of not less than two hundred dollars ($200.00) nor more than
one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) or imprisonment in the county jail for not less than
thirty (30) nor more than ninety (90) days for each violation hereunder; provided,
that in the case of a violation by a firm, association or corporation, the jail sentence,
if one is imposed, shall be upon the officer, agent or person of such firm, association
or corporation responsible for such violation.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 13-4-9
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 13-4-9 cover?
Section 13-4-9 ("Penalty") 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 § 13-4-9?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 13-4-9" (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 § 13-4-9 apply to my situation?
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