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New Mexico Statutes Chapter 29. Law Enforcement § 29-12A-5. Confidentiality; penalty

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

A. It is unlawful for any member, officer or employee of a local crime stoppers program to reveal to an individual, other than the proper law enforcement agencies:

(1) information gained through the program relating to criminal activity; or

(2) the contents of records and reports that are confidential.

B. A person who violates Subsection A of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be sentenced in accordance with Section 31-19-1 NMSA 1978.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New Mexico Statutes Chapter 29. Law Enforcement § 29-12A-5. Confidentiality; penalty - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nm/chapter-29-law-enforcement/nm-st-sect-29-12a-5/

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