New Mexico § 38-1-3 - Common law is rule of practice and decision
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 38-1-3 — Common law is rule of practice and decision, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38-1-3. Common law is rule of practice and decision
In all the courts in this state the common law as recognized in the United States
of America, shall be the rule of practice and decision.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 38-1-3
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 38-1-3 cover?
Section 38-1-3 ("Common law is rule of practice and decision") is part of the New Mexico Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of New Mexico. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Mexico § 38-1-3?
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Is this the official text of New Mexico law?
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