New Mexico § 61-3-30 - Violations; penalties
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 61-3-30 — Violations; penalties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 61-3-30. Violations; penalties
It is a misdemeanor for a person, firm, association or corporation to: A. sell, fraudulently obtain or furnish a nursing diploma, license, examination or
record or to aid or abet therein; B. practice professional nursing as defined by the Nursing Practice Act unless exempted
or duly licensed to do so pursuant to the provisions of that act; C. practice licensed practical nursing as defined by the Nursing Practice Act unless
exempted or duly licensed to do so pursuant to the provisions of that act; D. use in connection with his name a designation tending to imply that such person
is a registered nurse or a licensed practical nurse unless duly licensed pursuant
to the provisions of the Nursing Practice Act; E. conduct a school of nursing or a course for the education of professional or licensed
practical nurses for licensing unless the school or course has been approved by the
board; F. practice nursing after the person's license has lapsed or been suspended or revoked. Such person shall be considered an illegal practitioner; G. employ unlicensed persons to practice as registered nurses or as licensed practical
nurses; H. practice or employ a person to practice as a certified registered nurse anesthetist,
certified nurse practitioner or clinical nurse specialist unless endorsed as a certified
registered nurse anesthetist, certified nurse practitioner or clinical nurse specialist
pursuant to the Nursing Practice Act; I. employ as a certified hemodialysis technician or certified medication aide an unlicensed
person without a certificate from the board to practice as a certified hemodialysis
technician or certified medication aide; or J. otherwise violate a provision of the Nursing Practice Act. The board shall assist the proper legal authorities in the prosecution of all persons
who violate a provision of the Nursing Practice Act. In prosecutions under the Nursing Practice Act, it shall not be necessary to prove
a general course of conduct. Proof of a single act, a single holding out or a single attempt constitutes a violation,
and, upon conviction, such person shall be sentenced to be imprisoned in the county
jail for a definite term not to exceed one year or to the payment of a fine of not
more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) or both.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 61-3-30
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 61-3-30 cover?
Section 61-3-30 ("Violations; penalties") 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 § 61-3-30?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 61-3-30" (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 § 61-3-30 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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