There is a newer version of the New Mexico Statutes
2009 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 24 - Health and Safety.
Article 22 - Safe Haven for Infants
Section 24-22-8 - Immunity.
24-22-8. Immunity.
A hospital and its staff are immune from criminal liability and civil liability for accepting an infant in compliance with the provisions of the Safe Haven for Infants Act [24-22-1 NMSA 1978] but not for subsequent negligent medical care or treatment of the infant.
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