N.M. Stat. § 19-10-43
Current through 2024, ch. 69
If the commissioner of public lands shall not be satisfied with the conduct or determination of any litigation between the lessee under any such oil and gas lease, and the purchaser of said lands from the state, he shall request the attorney general to bring such suit or suits in the name of the state as said commissioner may deem necessary and advisable for the complete and final determination of the questions involved.
NMS § 19-10-43