N.M. Stat. § 60-1A-26
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§ 60-1A-26. Illegal use of pari-mutuel wagering
Official statutory text
A. A person shall not use pari-mutuel wagering except as permitted by the commission pursuant to the Horse Racing Act or pursuant to other state law providing licensing of persons to use pari-mutuel wagering.
B. A person who, directly or indirectly, uses pari-mutuel wagering in a manner that is not authorized by the commission or other state law is guilty of a fourth degree felony and upon conviction shall be sentenced pursuant to Section 31-18-15 NMSA 1978 .
B. A person who, directly or indirectly, uses pari-mutuel wagering in a manner that is not authorized by the commission or other state law is guilty of a fourth degree felony and upon conviction shall be sentenced pursuant to Section 31-18-15 NMSA 1978 .
Status: in_force
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