New Mexico
Does my state have the death penalty?
Yes, New Mexico has executed a total of 1 person since 1976.
New Mexico activists are still concentrating on abolition, rather than moratorium, as their goal. An abolition bill passed out of committee in February 2003. It is now pending a floor vote.
What is my governor's position on the death penalty?
Gov. Bill Richardson (D) favors the death penalty as long as there are strict standards to keep anyone innocent from being executed.
How many people are on Death Row in my state?
Of the 2 prisoners on Death Row in New Mexico, both are white.
Is there anything like the Center on Wrongful Convictions in my state?
University of New Mexico School of Law
1117 Stanford NE
Albuqueque, New Mexico 87131
Phone: (505) 277-5265
Fax: (505) 277-4367
Was anyone on Death Row ever found innocent in my state?
Four innocent people were exonerated on Death Row in New Mexico. Thomas Gladish, Richard Greer, Ronald Keine, and Clarence Smith all were released in 1976 after serving 2 years.
Are there any opportunities for volunteering in my state?
ACLU of New Mexico
New Mexico Coalition to Repeal the Death Penalty
Additional Resources
New Mexico State Info at DPIC
New Mexico State Info at Equal Justice USA
* Information updated annually. Last updated January 2006. For more information, go to the Death Penalty Information Center.
News
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New Mexico DP Bill passes in House of Representatives
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Debate is on in New Mexico
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The Question of the DP - A Spiritual Perspective
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Study Finds Innocence Issue Leads to Lower Death Penalty Support
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Court TV Runs 'The Exonerated'
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