Legal Question in Criminal Law in New Mexico
In the State of New Mexico, what is the law governing citizen's arrest and detention by private security officer?
Asked on 10/16/11, 10:47 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles Aspinwall
Charles S. Aspinwall, J.D., LLC
A citizen's arrest may be executed by anyone at least 21 who takes such action in connection with a felony. Not available for misdemeanors. Private security officers are governed by the same laws as private citizens - they have no special privileges.
Answered on 10/16/11, 12:43 pm
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