New Mexico Statutes 10-16G-16. Prohibited actions
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A. A person shall not take or threaten to take any retaliatory, disciplinary or other adverse action against another person who in good faith:
Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 10-16G-16
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
(1) files a verified complaint with the commission that alleges a violation; or
(2) provides testimony, records, documents or other information to the commission during an investigation or at a hearing.
B. A complainant and a respondent shall not communicate ex parte with any hearing officer, commissioner or other person involved in a determination of the complaint.
C. Nothing in the State Ethics Commission Act precludes civil or criminal actions for libel or slander or other civil or criminal actions against a person who files a false claim.