2021 New Mexico Statutes
Article 17 - Criminal Records Screening for Caregivers
Section 29-17-3 - Purpose.

The purpose of the Caregivers Criminal History Screening Act and its requirement that caregivers undergo a nationwide criminal history screening is to ensure to the highest degree possible the prevention of abuse, neglect or financial exploitation of care recipients.
History: Laws 1998, ch. 68, ยง 2.