Know the Laws: New Mexico
UPDATED August 11, 2009
A restraining order or protective order is a legal order issued by a state court which requires one person to stop harming another. In New Mexico, Protections Orders are explained below.
- Overview of Civil vs. Criminal Law
Some restraining orders are issued in criminal court and some are issued in civil court.
- Protection Orders
A civil order that provides protection from harm by a household member.
- Moving to Another State with a Protection Order
Your NM Protection Order may be enforceable wherever you move.
- Enforcing your Out-Of-State Order in NM
If you are planning to move to NM or are going to be in NM for any reason, your protection or restraining order may be enforced.