2011 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 18: Libraries, Museums and Cultural Properties
Article 1: Supreme Court Law Library, 18-1-1 through 18-1-12
Section 18-1-10: Unlawful removal of books or property; penalty.

18-1-10. [Unlawful removal of books or property; penalty.]

Any person not authorized by the rules and regulations of the board of trustees so to do, who shall take from the library any book or other property belonging thereto, either with or without the consent of the librarian, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine of ten dollars [($10.00)] for every book or other property so taken. Provided, that in case of a felonious taking of such book or property, the person guilty thereof shall be punished in the manner and to the extent now provided by law for the punishment of such felonies.