Awards for damage to natural resources in the state shall consist of those amounts calculated in accordance with federal law, including:
A. the cost of restoration, replacement or acquisition of equivalent resources, plus compensation for the loss of use or enjoyment of the natural resources; and
B. compensation for the state's expenses in investigating, assessing and collecting damages and enforcing the state's rights.
History: Laws 1993, ch. 292, § 4.
Structure New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 75 - Miscellaneous Natural Resource Matters
Article 7 - Natural Resources Trustee
Section 75-7-2 - Natural resources trustee; office of natural resources trustee.
Section 75-7-3 - Natural resources trustee powers and duties.
Section 75-7-4 - Natural resources damage; liability; awards for damages.