N.M. Stat. § 20-9-5
for property.
The adjutant general may prescribe regulations for the obtaining of collateral to
guarantee the return of arms, uniforms, equipment or other military property issued to
members of the national guard or the state defense force in an amount at least equal to
the value of the property issued and for such duration as is deemed appropriate. Such
collateral may include cash, surety bonds, certificates of title or other good and valuable
consideration. Property with investment value shall be deposited at interest, that interest
to be paid to the member with return of the collateral upon proper return of the property
in serviceable condition, fair wear and tear excepted.