New Mexico § 76-6-7 - Inspections authorized; warrants
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 76-6-7 — Inspections authorized; warrants, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 76-6-7. Inspections authorized; warrants
A. To effectuate the purposes of the Pest Control Act, the board may, with the consent
of the owner or by court order, make reasonable inspection of any premises in this
state and any property therein or thereon and may without a warrant stop and inspect,
in a reasonable manner, any means of conveyance moving within this state, upon probable
cause to believe that it contains or carries any pest, host or other article subject
to the Pest Control Act. The board may make any other reasonable inspection of any premises or means of conveyance
for which, under the constitution of the United States and the constitution of this
state, no warrant is required. B. The appropriate district courts in this state shall have authority to issue orders
for such inspections upon a showing by the board that there is probable cause to believe
that there exists in or on the property to be inspected a pest, host or other article
subject to the Pest Control Act.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 76-6-7
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 76-6-7 cover?
Section 76-6-7 ("Inspections authorized; warrants") 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 § 76-6-7?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 76-6-7" (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 § 76-6-7 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
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in New Mexico.