New Mexico § 3-20-3 - Contents of plat; acknowledgment
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 3-20-3 — Contents of plat; acknowledgment, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-20-3. Contents of plat; acknowledgment
Every plat shall contain a statement that the subdivision of, [(]insert a correct
description of the land being subdivided[)], appearing on the plat is with the free
consent and in accordance with the desire of the undersigned owner and proprietor
of the land and shall be acknowledged by the owner and proprietor or his authorized
agent in the manner required for the acknowledgment of deeds. If the plat is filed by a corporation, the acknowledgment shall be made by its president
and secretary.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 3-20-3
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 3-20-3 cover?
Section 3-20-3 ("Contents of plat; acknowledgment") 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 § 3-20-3?
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