This bill amends several sections of the New Mexico Statutes Annotated (NMSA) related to domestic violence criminal offenses, specifically addressing the requirements for offenders convicted of such crimes. Key provisions include mandating that individuals convicted of assault against a household member, aggravated assault, and related offenses must participate in and complete a domestic violence offender treatment or intervention program approved by the Children, Youth and Families Department. Additionally, the bill stipulates that if an offender violates probation conditions after a suspended or deferred sentence, the court may impose any original sentence without credit for time served on probation, with specific limits on the total period of incarceration and probation.

The bill also modifies the penalties for violating orders of protection under the Family Violence Protection Act, establishing that a restrained party convicted of such violations is guilty of a misdemeanor and may face a jail term upon subsequent convictions. It further clarifies that the probation period for these offenses may extend beyond the standard limits, and offenders must also complete a domestic violence treatment program. Overall, the bill aims to enhance accountability for domestic violence offenders and ensure they receive necessary treatment to prevent future offenses.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 30-3-12, 30-3-13, 30-3-14, 30-3-17, 30-3-18, 40-13-6