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§ 30-7-1. “Carrying a deadly weapon”

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NM Code › Chapter 30 › Article 7 › Section 30-7-1

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“Carrying a deadly weapon” means being armed with a deadly weapon by having it on the person, or in close proximity thereto, so that the weapon is readily accessible for use.

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