N.M. Stat. § 31-16-2

Current through 2024, ch. 69

Section 31-16-2 - Definitions

As used in the Indigent Defense Act:

A. "detain" means to have in custody or otherwise deprive of freedom of action;

B. "expenses", when used with reference to representation, includes the expenses of investigation, other preparation and trial;

C. "needy person" means a person who, at the time his need is determined by the court, is unable, without undue hardship, to provide for all or a part of the expenses of legal representation from available present income and assets; and

D. "serious crime" includes a felony and any misdemeanor or offense which carries a possible penalty of confinement for more than six months.

NMS § 31-16-2

1953 Comp., § 41-22-2, enacted by Laws 1968, ch. 69, § 59; 1973, ch. 210, § 1.