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Section 10-9-20 - Oaths; testimony; records; refusal.

10-9-20. Oaths; testimony; records; refusal.

The board has the power to administer oaths, subpoena witnesses and compel the production of books and papers pertinent to any investigation or hearing authorized by the Personnel Act [10-9-1 NMSA 1978]. Refusal to testify before the board on matters pertaining to personnel is grounds for dismissal from the service.