New Mexico § 20-10-3 - Awards fund
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 20-10-3 — Awards fund, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-10-3. Awards fund
There is established an awards fund which shall be under the control of the adjutant
general, the military personnel officers of the army and air national guard, and the
director of the state programs office of the department of military affairs. The awards fund shall promptly arrange for suitable presentations to award recipients. The fund is authorized to make such reasonable expenditures from sources provided
or authorized so as to procure and distribute state medals, ribbons and devices consistent
with Chapter 20, Article 10 NMSA 1978 . The fund shall procure sufficient quantities of awards to allow recipients to purchase
from the board replacements for lost or soiled awards. The fund may charge a reasonable sum for replacement or miniature awards, with proceeds
being retained in the awards fund for future procurement of awards. Moneys in the awards fund shall be maintained in a checking account and shall not
revert annually to the state treasury.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 20-10-3
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 20-10-3 cover?
Section 20-10-3 ("Awards fund") 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 § 20-10-3?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 20-10-3" (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 § 20-10-3 apply to my situation?
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