New Mexico § 30-2-1 - Murder
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 30-2-1 — Murder, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 30-2-1. Murder
A. Murder in the first degree is the killing of one human being by another without
lawful justification or excuse, by any of the means with which death may be caused: (1) by any kind of willful, deliberate and premeditated killing; (2) in the commission of or attempt to commit any felony; or (3) by any act greatly dangerous to the lives of others, indicating a depraved mind
regardless of human life. Whoever commits murder in the first degree is guilty of a capital felony. B. Unless he is acting upon sufficient provocation, upon a sudden quarrel or in the
heat of passion, a person who kills another human being without lawful justification
or excuse commits murder in the second degree if in performing the acts which cause
the death he knows that such acts create a strong probability of death or great bodily
harm to that individual or another. Murder in the second degree is a lesser included offense of the crime of murder in
the first degree. Whoever commits murder in the second degree is guilty of a second degree felony resulting
in the death of a human being.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 30-2-1
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 30-2-1 cover?
Section 30-2-1 ("Murder") 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 § 30-2-1?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 30-2-1" (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 § 30-2-1 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.
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