USA - New Mexico. New Mexico's Death Penalty Ban Goes Into Effect Today

New Mexico's Death Penalty Ban Goes Into Effect Today. On July 1, new laws go into effect around the country. That includes New Mexico's ban on the death penalty that made headlines around the world. Though the law goes into effect, executions can still take place. Capital punishment can be sought for accused murderers who have already been indicted. The repeal does not apply to people already on death row.