New Mexico Statutes 73-3-10. [Appeals to district court.]
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In all cases of conviction under this article, when the fine assessed by the justice of the peace [magistrate court] is the sum of three dollars ($3.00) or less, an appeal shall be granted to the district court only when all the accrued costs shall have been paid; which appeal shall be taken and conducted as all other appeals from the decision of justices of the peace [magistrates].
Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 73-3-10
- Appeal: A request made after a trial, asking another court (usually the court of appeals) to decide whether the trial was conducted properly. To make such a request is "to appeal" or "to take an appeal." One who appeals is called the appellant.
- Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.