If the operator designates as confidential an exploration map, financial information, information concerning the grade or location of ore reserves or trade secret information, the director shall maintain the information as confidential and not subject to public records or disclosure laws; provided that if a request is made for public review of the information, the director shall notify the operator and provide a reasonable opportunity for substantiation of the claim that public disclosure of the information could harm the competitive position of the operator. If the claim of confidentiality is not substantiated to the satisfaction of the director, the information shall be released.
History: Laws 1993, ch. 315, ยง 10.
Structure New Mexico Statutes
Section 69-36-1 - Short title.
Section 69-36-3 - Definitions.
Section 69-36-4 - Interim program; limitations.
Section 69-36-5 - Mining operation site assessment.
Section 69-36-6 - Mining commission; created; members.
Section 69-36-7 - Commission; duties.
Section 69-36-8 - Regulations; adoption process.
Section 69-36-9 - Director; duties.
Section 69-36-10 - Confidentiality.
Section 69-36-11 - Existing mining operations; closeout plan required.
Section 69-36-12 - New mining operations; mining operation permit required.
Section 69-36-13 - Exploration permit.
Section 69-36-14 - Citizens suits.
Section 69-36-15 - Administrative review.
Section 69-36-16 - Judicial review.
Section 69-36-17 - Civil penalties.
Section 69-36-18 - Criminal penalties.