N.M. Stat. § 24-22-1.1

Current through 2024, ch. 69
Section 24-22-1.1 - Purpose

The purpose of the Safe Haven for Infants Act is to promote the safety of infants and to immunize a parent from criminal prosecution for leaving an infant, ninety days of age or less, at a safe haven site. This act is not intended to abridge the rights or obligations created by the federal Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978 or the rights of parents.

NMS § 24-22-1.1

Laws 2005, ch. 26, § 2; 2013, ch. 20, § 1.
Amended by 2013, c. 20,s. 1, eff. 6/14/2013.