73-7-12: [Petition; dismissal; costs.]

In case the petition or proceedings are dismissed as provided in Section 73-6-39 NMSA 1978, a judgment shall be entered against the petitioners and in favor of the commissioners for the costs, expenses and liabilities incurred in said proceedings, and for the benefit of those who have rendered services or advanced money in the prosecution of said proceedings, or have recovered costs on successful contests therein.