New Mexico Statutes 31-11-4. Directions following review brought by state
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In any criminal case, if the supreme court or court of appeals affirms the judgment of the district court upon review brought by the state, it shall direct that the defendant be discharged; and if the judgment is reversed, it shall direct the district court to enter judgment on the verdict rendered, or, when no judgment has been rendered, to proceed to trial on the indictment or information.
Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 31-11-4
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Indictment: The formal charge issued by a grand jury stating that there is enough evidence that the defendant committed the crime to justify having a trial; it is used primarily for felonies.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
- Verdict: The decision of a petit jury or a judge.