This bill introduces a new crime in New Mexico, 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 controlled substances. Individuals found guilty of this crime will be charged with a third-degree felony and will face sentencing according to established legal guidelines.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the term "firearm" encompasses any weapon designed to expel a projectile through explosive action, including the frame or receiver of such weapons. The provisions of this act are set to take effect on July 1, 2025.