N.M. Stat. § 31-26-2

Current through 2024, ch. 69

Section 31-26-2 - Purpose of act

Recognizing the state's concern for victims of crime, it is the purpose of the Victims of Crime Act to assure that:

A. the full impact of a crime is brought to the attention of a court;

B. victims of violent crimes are treated with dignity, respect and sensitivity at all stages of the criminal justice process;

C. victims' rights are protected by law enforcement agencies, prosecutors and judges as vigorously as are the rights of criminal defendants; and

D. the provisions of Article 2, Section 24 of the constitution of New Mexico are implemented in statute.

NMS § 31-26-2

Laws 1994, ch. 144, § 2.