New Mexico Statutes 31-9-2. Mental examination
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Upon motion of any defendant, the court shall order a mental examination of the defendant before making any determination of competency under Sections 41-13-3 [NMSA 1953] or 31-9-1 N.M. Stat. Ann.. Where the defendant is determined to be indigent, the court shall pay for the costs of the examination from funds available to the court.
Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 31-9-2
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.