New Mexico § 20-5-15 - Exemptions; process; uniforms and equipment
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 20-5-15 — Exemptions; process; uniforms and equipment, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-5-15. Exemptions; process; uniforms and equipment
A. Members of the state defense force shall not be subject to misdemeanor arrest,
jury duty or to other civil process while going to, remaining at or returning from
any place at which the member is required to perform militia duty. This exemption shall not preclude the proper issuance of traffic citations, or temporary
delays which do not materially impede the timely performance of militia duty, or arrest
for driving while intoxicated. B. Uniforms, arms and equipment required by law or regulations to be owned by members
of the state defense force and all uniforms, equipment or other property of the state
or the United States issued to members of the state defense force shall be exempt
from all suits, distresses, executions or sales for debt or payment of taxes.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 20-5-15
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 20-5-15 cover?
Section 20-5-15 ("Exemptions; process; uniforms and equipment") 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 § 20-5-15?
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Is this the official text of New Mexico law?
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