This bill introduces a new crime in New Mexico law, specifically the unlawful carrying of a firearm while trafficking a controlled substance. It defines this offense as carrying a firearm while violating the existing provisions related to drug trafficking. Individuals found guilty of this crime will be charged with a third-degree felony and will face sentencing according to established legal guidelines.

The bill also includes a definition of "firearm," specifying it as any weapon designed to expel a projectile through an explosion or its frame or receiver. The provisions of this act are set to take effect on July 1, 2025.