Any person subject to N.M. Stat. Ann. Chapter 20 who, knowing that an offense punishable by that chapter has been committed, receives, comforts or assists the offender in order to hinder or prevent his apprehension, trial or punishment shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.

Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 20-12-13

  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
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