As used in the Election Code [Chapter 1 NMSA 1978], "oath" includes affirmation in all cases where an affirmation may be substituted for an oath, and in like cases the word "swear" includes affirm. History: 1953 Comp., § 3-1-17, enacted by Laws 1969, ch. 240, § 18. Cross references. — For executing false statement of eligibility to vote as perjury, see 1-12-8 NMSA 1978. For false swearing to secure assistance in voting as perjury, see 1-12-13 NMSA 1978.
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