Section 17-2-40(H) provides the Commission with authority to create regulations protecting the confidentiality of data from an investigation. Section 17-2-45 (B) NMSA 1978 provides criminal penalties for the taking of an endangered species. Section 17-2-42 (B) NMSA 1978 provides the Director with the authority to enter into agreements. 17-2-40-H NMSA 1978 requires the State Game Commission to adopt regulations governing the confidentiality of data. 17-2-43 authorizes the commission to enact regulations necessary to carry out all the provisions and purposes of the Wildlife Conservation Act.

[1-31-96; 19.33.4.3 NMAC – Rn & A, 19 NMAC 33.4.3, 4/14/00]