N.M. Stat. § 4-52-13
Current through 2024, ch. 69
Resident electors of lands which have not been, are not and cannot be benefited by their inclusion in the district, may petition the board of county commissioners to have the lands detached. The petition shall describe the lands and state the reasons why they should be detached. A hearing shall be held within thirty days after the petition is received. Due notice of hearing, as provided in Section 7 [4-52-7 NMSA 1978], shall be given at least ten days before the hearing. If it is determined by the board that such lands shall be detached, the determination shall be certified to the county clerk.
NMS § 4-52-13