All commissioned and warrant officers of the national guard and of the active and reserve military forces of the United States are hereby authorized and empowered to administer oaths and affirmations when directed by proper authority in all matters pertaining to and concerning the national guard, including the administration of oaths and affirmations in the enlistment of soldiers therefor.
History: 1978 Comp., § 20-4-2, enacted by Laws 1987, ch. 318, § 19.
Repeals and reenactments. — Laws 1987, Chapter 318 repealed former 20-4-2 NMSA 1978, as enacted by Laws 1961, ch. 198, § 12, relating to organization funds, and enacted a new section, effective April 10, 1987.
Am. Jur. 2d, A.L.R. and C.J.S. references. — 53 Am. Jur. 2d Military, and Civil Defense § 7.
Validity of governmental requirement of oath of allegiance or loyalty, 18 A.L.R.2d 268.
6 C.J.S. Armed Services § 290.
Structure New Mexico Statutes
Section 20-4-1 - Standards for appointment, promotion, termination.
Section 20-4-2 - Administration of oaths.
Section 20-4-3 - Pay and allowances.
Section 20-4-4 - Members not liable for acts in performance of duty.
Section 20-4-5 - Workmen's compensation.
Section 20-4-6 - Discrimination prohibited; penalty.
Section 20-4-7 - Military leave for national guard and reserves.
Section 20-4-7.2 - Legislative findings and purpose.
Section 20-4-8 - Exemptions; jury duty and civil process; equipment.
Section 20-4-9 - Members of the national guard, state hiring preference.
Section 20-4-10 - Members of the national guard considered state employees.
Section 20-4-11 - Survivors' benefit; tuition payment.