N.M. Stat. § 31-26-2
Purpose of act.
Recognizing the state's concern for victims of crime, it is the purpose of the Victims
of Crime Act to assure that:
A. the full impact of a crime is brought to the attention of a court;
B. victims of violent crimes are treated with dignity, respect and sensitivity at all
stages of the criminal justice process;
C. victims' rights are protected by law enforcement agencies, prosecutors and
judges as vigorously as are the rights of criminal defendants; and
D. the provisions of Article 2, Section 24 of the constitution of New Mexico are
implemented in statute.