2020 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 17 - Game and Fish and Outdoor Recreation
Article 1 - State Game Commission
Section 17-1-11 - Conservation officers; official duties; insurance.

Universal Citation: NM Stat § 17-1-11 (2020)

Conservation officers shall, in emergency situations, be considered on duty and within the scope of their employment for purposes of employee benefits, when they follow specific instructions from a duly qualified full-time peace officer and in aid of such peace officer in the carrying out of his duties. The state game commission shall expand current insurance coverage to provide protection in such situations.

History: 1953 Comp., § 53-1-5.6, enacted by Laws 1977, ch. 290, § 5.

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