New Mexico § 20-11-7 - Peace officers' neglect or refusal to act; penalty
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 20-11-7 — Peace officers' neglect or refusal to act; penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-11-7. Peace officers' neglect or refusal to act; penalty
Any peace officer who neglects or refuses to obey, execute or return the process of
a military court or the order of a commanding officer pursuant to Section 20-12-12 NMSA 1978 or makes a false return on such process or order is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 20-11-7
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 20-11-7 cover?
Section 20-11-7 ("Peace officers' neglect or refusal to act; 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 § 20-11-7?
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Is this the official text of New Mexico law?
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How does New Mexico § 20-11-7 apply to my situation?
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