Section 1-3-1 - Nature of a precinct; maps. - New Mexico Statutes

1-3-1. Nature of a precinct; maps.

A.     Each precinct as nearly as practicable shall be composed of contiguous and compact areas having clearly definable boundaries. All precinct boundaries shall comply with the provisions of the Precinct Boundary Adjustment Act [1-3-10 to 1-3-14 NMSA 1978].   

B.     A precinct for general or primary election purposes shall not have had more than eight hundred votes cast in person in that precinct at the last preceding general election.   

C.     Each county clerk shall provide and maintain a suitable map showing the current geographical boundaries with designation of each precinct, representative district and senatorial district in the county.  The size and form of such maps shall be prescribed by the secretary of state. A word description of the geographical boundaries shall be attached to each map. Such map, with attached description, is a public record.   

D.     Each county clerk shall send a copy of each map with attached description to the secretary of state. These copies are also public records.