New Mexico § 17-1-11 - Conservation officers; official duties; insurance
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 17-1-11 — Conservation officers; official duties; insurance, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17-1-11. Conservation officers; official duties; insurance
Conservation officers shall, in emergency situations, be considered on duty and within
the scope of their employment for purposes of employee benefits, when they follow
specific instructions from a duly qualified full-time peace officer and in aid of
such peace officer in the carrying out of his duties. The state game commission shall expand current insurance coverage to provide protection
in such situations.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 17-1-11
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 17-1-11 cover?
Section 17-1-11 ("Conservation officers; official duties; insurance") 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 § 17-1-11?
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