New Mexico Statutes 44-1-19. [Petitioner legally committed or guilty of offense; release on bail.]
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If it appears that the party has been legally committed for any criminal offense, or if he appears, by the testimony offered with the return upon the hearing thereof, to be guilty of such an offense, although the commitment is irregular, the officer before whom such party is brought shall proceed to let such party to bail, if the case be bailable and good bail is offered, or if not, shall forthwith remand such party.
Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 44-1-19
- Bail: Security given for the release of a criminal defendant or witness from legal custody (usually in the form of money) to secure his/her appearance on the day and time appointed.
- Remand: When an appellate court sends a case back to a lower court for further proceedings.
- Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.