New Mexico § 1-1-19 - Elections covered by code
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 1-1-19 — Elections covered by code, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1-1-19. Elections covered by code
A. The Election Code applies to the following: (1) general elections; (2) primary elections; (3) special elections; (4) elections to fill vacancies in the office of United States representative; (5) local elections included in the Local Election Act; and (6) recall elections of county officers, school board members or applicable municipal
officers. B. To the extent procedures are incorporated or adopted by reference by separate laws
governing such elections or to the extent procedures are not specified by such laws,
certain provisions of the Election Code shall also apply to special district elections
not covered by the Local Election Act.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 1-1-19
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 1-1-19 cover?
Section 1-1-19 ("Elections covered by code") is part of the New Mexico Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of New Mexico. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Mexico § 1-1-19?
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