This bill establishes a legal presumption that a defendant is dangerous and that no release conditions can adequately protect the safety of others or the community during pretrial detention hearings. It introduces a new section in Chapter 31, Article 3 NMSA 1978, which outlines the process for these hearings. After a probable cause determination, the prosecution must present evidence that the defendant has committed a dangerous felony, poses a danger to others or the community, and that no release conditions can ensure safety. If the prosecution meets this burden, a rebuttable presumption is created, shifting the burden to the defendant to prove otherwise.

The bill defines "dangerous felony offense" to include a range of serious crimes, such as first and second degree murder, aggravated battery, kidnapping, and various sexual offenses, among others. It also allows for an adversarial hearing where the defendant can attempt to rebut the presumption of danger. The bill declares an emergency, indicating that it is necessary for public peace, health, and safety for the act to take effect immediately.