New Mexico § 10-6-2 - Temporary appointments
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 10-6-2 — Temporary appointments, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-6-2. Temporary appointments
The officer, agent, employee, board or other agency of the state of New Mexico, or
of its departments, agencies, counties, municipalities or political subdivisions,
who is by law authorized to fill ordinary vacancies in the public office or employment
so temporarily abandoned as provided in Section 1 hereof is hereby authorized, empowered
and directed to appoint to the public office or employment, so abandoned as provided
in Section 1 hereof, another person who shall receive the salary and perform the duties
thereof until, but only until, the former incumbent shall have been relieved from
active duty in the armed services and shall have resumed the personal discharge of
the duties of such public office or employment.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 10-6-2
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 10-6-2 cover?
Section 10-6-2 ("Temporary appointments") 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 § 10-6-2?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 10-6-2" (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 § 10-6-2 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Mexico can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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