New Mexico § 1-3-11 - Purpose
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 1-3-11 — Purpose, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1-3-11. Purpose
The purpose of the Precinct Boundary Adjustment Act is to comply with the criteria
established pursuant to the provisions of Subsection (c) of Section 141 of Title 13 of the United States Code in order to obtain an enumeration of the populations of election precincts by the
bureau of the census in the federal decennial census and in order to provide such
enumeration data to the New Mexico legislature for purposes of legislative reapportionment.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 1-3-11
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 1-3-11 cover?
Section 1-3-11 ("Purpose") 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 § 1-3-11?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 1-3-11" (New Mexico). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Mexico law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Mexico official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Mexico attorney.
How does New Mexico § 1-3-11 apply to my situation?
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