N.M. Stat. § 60-1A-27
Predetermining horse races; influencing or attempting to
influence; fourth degree felony.
A. A person shall not influence or attempt to influence the outcome of a horse race
by offering money, a thing of value, a future benefit, a favor, preferred treatment or a
form of pressure or threat.
B. A person shall not enter into an agreement with an owner, jockey, groom or any
other person associated with or having an interest in a racehorse to predetermine the
outcome of a horse race.
C. A person who influences or attempts to influence the outcome of a horse race or
a person who enters into an agreement to predetermine the outcome of a horse race is
guilty of a fourth degree felony and upon conviction shall be sentenced pursuant to
Section 31-18-15 NMSA 1978.