Section 31-16-2 - Definitions. - New Mexico Statutes

31-16-2. Definitions.

As used in the Indigent Defense Act [31-16-1 NMSA 1978]:   

A.     "detain" means to have in custody or otherwise deprive of freedom of action;   

B.     "expenses", when used with reference to representation, includes the expenses of investigation, other preparation and trial;   

C.     "needy person" means a person who, at the time his need is determined by the court, is unable, without undue hardship, to provide for all or a part of the expenses of legal representation from available present income and assets; and   

D.     "serious crime" includes a felony and any misdemeanor or offense which carries a possible penalty of confinement for more than six months.