N.M. Stat. § 72-8-4

Current through 2024, ch. 69

Section 72-8-4 - Unauthorized use or waste of water; constructing works without permit

The unauthorized use of water to which another person is entitled, or the willful waste of surface or underground water to the detriment of another or the public, shall be a misdemeanor. It shall also be a misdemeanor to begin to carry on any construction of works for storing or carrying water until after the issuance of permit to appropriate such waters provided that management of water for beneficial use shall not be considered waste.

NMS § 72-8-4

Laws 1907, ch. 49, § 48; Code 1915, § 5707; C.S. 1929, § 151-160; Laws 1941, ch. 126, § 20; 1941 Comp., § 77-704; 1953 Comp., § 75-7-4; Laws 1973, ch. 283, § 1.