New Mexico § 17-2-29 - Hunting and boating while intoxicated or under the influence of narcotic drugs prohibited
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 17-2-29 — Hunting and boating while intoxicated or under the influence of narcotic drugs prohibited, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17-2-29. Hunting and boating while intoxicated or under the influence of narcotic drugs prohibited
In order to prevent hunting and boating accidents and to promote the public safety,
it shall hereafter be unlawful for any person, while clearly intoxicated as a result
of drinking alcoholic liquors or under the influence of any narcotic drug, to hunt,
kill or attempt to take in any manner any game or nongame mammal or bird, or to carry
firearms of any kind or bow and arrows in any hunting area; or to go or to be upon
the waters of any lake in a boat or on a raft.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 17-2-29
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 17-2-29 cover?
Section 17-2-29 ("Hunting and boating while intoxicated or under the influence of narcotic drugs prohibited") 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 § 17-2-29?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 17-2-29" (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 § 17-2-29 apply to my situation?
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