The state ethics commission may investigate complaints against a contractor who has a contract with a state agency or a person who has submitted a competitive sealed proposal or competitive sealed bid for a contract with a state agency. The state ethics commission may impose the civil penalties authorized in Sections 13-1-196 through 13- 1-198 NMSA 1978 pursuant to the provisions of those sections.

Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 13-1-196.1

  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.