N.M. Const. art. XX, § 1
- Constitution
- Constitution of New Mexico
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
[Oath of officer.] Every person elected or appointed to any office shall, before entering upon his duties, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation that he will support the constitution of the United States and the constitution and laws of this state, and that he will faithfully and impartially discharge the duties of his office to the best of his ability.
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