§ 17-3-14.2 NMSA 1978

The director of the department of game and fish [department of wildlife]may issue landowner permits for the lawful taking of elk, antelope, oryx, and deer. The permits may be issued when, in the determination of the director, they are necessary to effectively reduce conflicts between humans and wildlife and provide sport-hunting opportunities in accordance with regulations of the state game commission [state wildlife commission].