New Mexico Statutes 30-31-29. Probationary period
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Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the court may place on probation for a period not to exceed one year any person convicted of a violation of the Controlled Substances Act where the maximum length of the term of imprisonment is one year or less if:
Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 30-31-29
- Probation: A sentencing alternative to imprisonment in which the court releases convicted defendants under supervision as long as certain conditions are observed.
A. the judge does not impose a prison sentence; or
B. the judge suspends all of any prison sentence which he imposes.