No brands of livestock except those recorded pursuant to the provisions of The Livestock Code [Chapter 77, Articles 2 to 18 NMSA 1978] and are peeled shall be recognized in law as evidence of ownership of the livestock upon which the brand is used unless the owner has other means of identification, including freeze brands and freeze mark identification, that is recognized as evidence of ownership for horses, mules or asses.

Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 77-9-5

  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.