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2021 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 31 - Criminal Procedure
Article 26 - Victims of Crime
Section 31-26-5 - Exercise of rights; requirements for victim.
Universal Citation: NM Stat § 31-26-5 (2021)
A victim may exercise his rights pursuant to the provisions of the Victims of Crime Act only if he:
A. reports the criminal offense within five days of the occurrence or discovery of the criminal offense, unless the district attorney determines that the victim had a reasonable excuse for failing to do so;
B. provides the district attorney with current and updated information regarding the victim's name, address and telephone number; and
C. fully cooperates with and fully responds to reasonable requests made by law enforcement agencies and district attorneys.
History: Laws 1994, ch. 144, ยง 5.
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