2011 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 31: Criminal Procedure
Article 26: Victims of Crime, 31-26-1 through 31-26-16
Section 31-26-2: Purpose of act.
31-26-2. Purpose of act.
Recognizing the state's concern for victims of crime, it is the purpose of the Victims of Crime Act to assure that:
A. the full impact of a crime is brought to the attention of a court;
B. victims of violent crimes are treated with dignity, respect and sensitivity at all stages of the criminal justice process;
C. victims' rights are protected by law enforcement agencies, prosecutors and judges as vigorously as are the rights of criminal defendants; and
D. the provisions of Article 2, Section 24 of the constitution of New Mexico are implemented in statute.
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