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Criminal use of ransom consists of knowingly receiving, possessing, concealing or disposing of any portion of money or other property which has at any time been delivered for the ransom of a kidnaped person.
Whoever commits criminal use of ransom is guilty of a third degree felony.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New Mexico Statutes Chapter 30. Criminal Offenses § 30-4-2. Criminal use of ransom - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nm/chapter-30-criminal-offenses/nm-st-sect-30-4-2/
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