A person who violates Section 58-21-18, 58-21-19, 58-21-20 or 58-21-21 N.M. Stat. Ann., knowing the statement to be false or misleading in any respect, is guilty of a fourth degree felony and upon conviction shall be sentenced as provided for in section 31-18-15 N.M. Stat. Ann.. Civil and criminal penalties are in addition to any remedies available at common law.

Attorney's Note

Under the New Mexico Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:
ClassPrisonFine
fourth degree felonyup to 18 monthsup to $5,000
For details, see N.M. Stat. Ann. § 31-18-15

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Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 58-21-22

  • Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.