New Mexico Statutes > Chapter 31 > Article 20A – Capital Felony Sentencing
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| § 31-20A-2 | Capital felony; determination of sentence |
| § 31-20A-5 | Aggravating circumstances |
Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes > Chapter 31 > Article 20A - Capital Felony Sentencing
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Jurisdiction: (1) The legal authority of a court to hear and decide a case. Concurrent jurisdiction exists when two courts have simultaneous responsibility for the same case. (2) The geographic area over which the court has authority to decide cases.
- Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.