New Mexico Statutes 72-4-18. [Suits concerning water rights; submission of facts to jury or referee.]
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In any suit concerning water rights, or in any suit or appeal provided for in this article, the court may in its discretion submit any question of fact arising therein to a jury, or may appoint a referee or referees to take testimony and report upon the rights of the parties.
Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 72-4-18
- Appeal: A request made after a trial, asking another court (usually the court of appeals) to decide whether the trial was conducted properly. To make such a request is "to appeal" or "to take an appeal." One who appeals is called the appellant.
- Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.