Section 1-11-9 - Voting machines; sealing of keys. - New Mexico Statutes

1-11-9. Voting machines; sealing of keys.

A.     When all types of voting machines are locked and sealed, the key to each voting machine shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope on which shall be written:   

(1)     the number of the precinct to which the machine is assigned;   

(2)     the number of that voting machine;   

(3)     the number of the seal on the voting machine;   

(4)     the number registered on the protective counter; and   

(5)     the signature of the county clerk and the signatures of two watchers of different parties or opposing interests, if there be such, which shall be written across the seal of the envelope.   

B.     The envelope containing the key shall be opened in the presence of all members of the precinct board, and they shall verify that the seal on the envelope has not been previously opened and that the numbers on the envelope correspond with the numbers on the machine.   

C.     If any number does not match the corresponding number on the machine:   

(1)     the presiding judge shall notify the county clerk; and   

(2)     no further action shall be taken regarding that machine until the county clerk or his authorized representative arrives at the polling place and has inspected, tested and certified that the voting machine is in proper order.