New Mexico Statutes Chapter 1. Elections § 1-3-1. Nature of a precinct; maps

A. Each precinct as nearly as practicable shall be composed of contiguous and compact areas having clearly definable boundaries. All precinct boundaries shall comply with the provisions of the Precinct Boundary Adjustment Act.

B. A precinct shall be divided or its boundaries adjusted if the precinct has had more than:

C. A precinct may be combined with another precinct or its boundaries adjusted if the precinct has had less than:

D. A precinct shall not be combined with an adjoining precinct as provided in Subsection C of this section if the combination of the two precincts would:

E. The secretary of state shall provide and maintain a suitable map showing the current geographical boundaries with designation of each precinct, local government, representative district and senatorial district in the county. The size and form of such maps shall be prescribed by the secretary of state. A word description of the geographical boundaries shall be attached to each map, along with a description of the changes from the previous map of the area. The map, with attached description, is a public record.