New Mexico Statutes 30-18-16. Coyote; killing contests prohibited; definition; penalties
A. It is unlawful for a person to organize, cause, sponsor, arrange, hold or participate in a coyote-killing contest.
Attorney's Note
Under the New Mexico Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| petty misdemeanor | up to 6 months | up to $500 |
Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 30-18-16
- Venue: The geographical location in which a case is tried.
B. As used in this section, “coyote-killing contest” means an organized or sponsored competition with the objective of killing coyotes for prizes or entertainment.
C. Organizing, causing, sponsoring, arranging or holding a coyote-killing contest consists of a person knowingly:
(1) planning, organizing or enticing a person to participate in a coyote-killing contest; or
(2) providing the venue for a coyote-killing contest.
D. Participation in a coyote-killing contest consists of a person knowingly taking part in a coyote-killing contest.
E. A person who organizes, causes, sponsors, arranges or holds a coyote-killing contest is guilty of a misdemeanor.
F. A person who participates in a coyote-killing contest is guilty of a petty misdemeanor.
G. Nothing in this section shall be construed to prohibit a person from protecting a person or property or the state game commission from carrying out the statutory authority allowed by N.M. Stat. Ann. Chapter 17 in a non-coyote-killing contest setting.