New Mexico Statutes Chapter 36. Attorneys § 36-3-6. Authority of the attorney general

A. Whenever the public interest so requires, the attorney general shall initiate appropriate proceedings to prevent violations of the Immigration and Nationality Law Practice Act.

B. A person having an interest or right which is or may be adversely affected under the Immigration and Nationality Law Practice Act may initiate an action for private remedies in accordance with the procedures of Section 57-12-10 NMSA 1978.