N.M. Stat. § 30-9-17.1

Current through 2024, ch. 69
Section 30-9-17.1 - Victims; polygraph examinations; prohibited actions

A law enforcement officer, prosecuting attorney or other government official shall not ask or require an adult, youth or child victim of a sexual offense provided in Sections 30-9-11 through 30-9-13 NMSA 1978 to submit to a polygraph examination or other truth-telling device as a condition for proceeding with the investigation, charging or prosecution of the offense. The victim's refusal to submit to a polygraph examination or other truth-telling device shall not prevent the investigation, charging or prosecution of the offense.

NMS § 30-9-17.1

Laws 2008, ch. 10, § 1.