New Mexico § 25-2-5 - Penalties; exceptions
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 25-2-5 — Penalties; exceptions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25-2-5. Penalties; exceptions
A. Any person who violates any of the provisions of Section 25-2-3 NMSA 1978 shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall on conviction thereof be subject to imprisonment
for not more than ninety days or a fine of not more than one hundred dollars ($100)
or both such imprisonment and fine; but if the violation is committed after a conviction
of such person under this section has become final, such person shall be subject to
imprisonment for not more than one hundred eighty days or a fine of not more than
two hundred dollars ($200) or both such imprisonment and fine. B. No person shall be subject to the penalties of Subsection A of this section for
having violated Subsection A or C of Section 25-2-3 NMSA 1978 if he establishes a guaranty or undertaking signed by and containing the name and
address of the person residing in the state of New Mexico from whom he received in
good faith the article to the effect that such article is not adulterated or misbranded
within the meaning of the New Mexico Food Act, designating that act. C. No publisher, radio-broadcast licensee or agency or medium for the dissemination
of an advertisement, except the manufacturer, packer, distributor or seller of the
article to which a false advertisement relates, shall be liable under this section
by reason of the dissemination by him of such false advertisement unless he has refused,
on the request of the director, to furnish to the director the name and post-office
address of the manufacturer, packer, distributor, seller or advertising agency residing
in the state of New Mexico who causes him to disseminate such advertisement.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 25-2-5
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 25-2-5 cover?
Section 25-2-5 ("Penalties; exceptions") 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 § 25-2-5?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 25-2-5" (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 § 25-2-5 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Mexico can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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