New Mexico § 20-12-3 - Persons subject to the code; applicability of the code
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 20-12-3 — Persons subject to the code; applicability of the code, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-12-3. Persons subject to the code; applicability of the code
The Code of Military Justice applies to all members of the national guard when not
in federal service under Title 10, United States Code and to all members of the state
defense force when performing militia duty. The code has territorial applicability both within and without the state. The code has applicability at all times, provided that either the member is in a
duty status or, if not in a duty status, that there is a connection between the act
or omission constituting the offense and the efficient functioning of the military
forces; however, this grant of military jurisdiction shall not preclude or limit
civilian jurisdiction over an offense, which is limited only by the prohibition of
double jeopardy.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 20-12-3
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 20-12-3 cover?
Section 20-12-3 ("Persons subject to the code; applicability of the code") 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.
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