New Mexico § 14-2-12 - Enforcement
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 14-2-12 — Enforcement, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-2-12. Enforcement
A. An action to enforce the Inspection of Public Records Act may be brought by: (1) the attorney general or the district attorney in the county of jurisdiction;
or (2) a person whose written request has been denied. B. A district court may issue a writ of mandamus or order an injunction or other appropriate
remedy to enforce the provisions of the Inspection of Public Records Act. C. The exhaustion of administrative remedies shall not be required prior to bringing
any action to enforce the procedures of the Inspection of Public Records Act. D. The court shall award damages, costs and reasonable attorneys' fees to any person
whose written request has been denied and is successful in a court action to enforce
the provisions of the Inspection of Public Records Act.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 14-2-12
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 14-2-12 cover?
Section 14-2-12 ("Enforcement") 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 § 14-2-12?
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Is this the official text of New Mexico law?
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How does New Mexico § 14-2-12 apply to my situation?
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