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NEW MEXICO STATUTES AND CODES
Section 24-1-16 - Inspection definitions.
24-1-16. Inspection definitions.
As used in Sections 16 through 19 [24-1-16 to 24-1-19 NMSA 1978] of the Public Health Act:
A. "inspectorial search" means an entry into and examination of premises or vehicles, for the purpose of ascertaining the existence or nonexistence of conditions dangerous to health or safety or otherwise relevant to the public interest, in accordance with inspection requirements prescribed by fire, housing, sanitation, welfare, zoning or other laws or ordinances duly enacted for the promotion of public well-being;
B. "inspection officer" means an official authorized by law to conduct inspectorial searches; and
C. "inspection order" means an order issued by a magistrate or other competent official authorizing an inspectorial search.