I think JoJo is off his meds again.
Dude, what are you smokin' in Cruces?
NM in general, is a very gun friendly state, evidenced by our style of legal carry called......New Mexico Carry. Basically, the new CCW law allows us to carry LOADED and concealed. We were always able to carry unloaded and the definition of unloaded can be pretty lax. Basically it is either an unloaded chamber with a mag in the well or unloaded all the way with a mag outside of 12 inches from the weapon, depending on the LEO involved.
The state's constitution even forbids the prohibition of carrying a firearm. The only places that you cannot carry is in schools, churches, state buildings or anyplace that serves or sells alcohol.
Deadly force is authorized in the protection of self, others, or property and any property is considered as your home and can be defended with deadly force. There are no requirements that you tried to flee or gave sufficient warnings, just feel in danger and defend yourself, your family, bystanders, your car, your house, your livestock, et al.
This really is a great state and if you are in Los Alamos, you should get to the Jemez area as soon as possible. This is a garden spot not many know of. IM me and I'll let you in on the secrets.
Matt