New Mexico § 60-1A-26 - Illegal use of pari-mutuel wagering
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 60-1A-26 — Illegal use of pari-mutuel wagering, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 60-1A-26. Illegal use of pari-mutuel wagering
A. A person shall not use pari-mutuel wagering except as permitted by the commission
pursuant to the Horse Racing Act or pursuant to other state law providing licensing
of persons to use pari-mutuel wagering. B. A person who, directly or indirectly, uses pari-mutuel wagering in a manner that
is not authorized by the commission or other state law is guilty of a fourth degree
felony and upon conviction shall be sentenced pursuant to Section 31-18-15 NMSA 1978 .
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 60-1A-26
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 60-1A-26 cover?
Section 60-1A-26 ("Illegal use of pari-mutuel wagering") 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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