Improper use of official anthems consists of singing, playing or rendering “The Star Spangled Banner” or “Oh Fair New Mexico” in any public place or assemblage in this state except as an entire or separate composition or number.

Attorney's Note

Under the New Mexico Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:
ClassPrisonFine
petty misdemeanorup to 6 monthsup to $500
For details, see N.M. Stat. Ann. § 31-19-1
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Whoever commits improper use of official anthems is guilty of a petty misdemeanor.

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