New Mexico § 35-10-1 - Forcible entry or detainer; grounds
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 35-10-1 — Forcible entry or detainer; grounds, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 35-10-1. Forcible entry or detainer; grounds
A. A civil action for forcible entry or unlawful detainer of real property is commenced
by the filing of a civil complaint alleging that one or more of the following facts
exists: (1) the defendant entered and occupied the lands and tenements of another against
the will or consent of the owner and refused to vacate the premises after notice by
the owner or his agent or attorney; (2) the defendant holds over after the termination, or contrary to the terms of, his
lease or tenancy; (3) the defendant fails to pay rent at the time stipulated for payment; (4) the defendant continues in possession after a sale by foreclosure of mortgage
or on execution unless the defendant claims by a title paramount to the mortgage under
which the sale was made or by title derived from the purchaser at the sale; or (5) the defendant is a tenant from month to month or a tenant at will and continues
in possession of the premises after thirty days' written notice by the owner or his
agent or attorney to vacate. B. The district court of the county in which the real property is located has concurrent
original jurisdiction in civil actions for forcible entry or unlawful detainer when
the rent contracted for amounts to fifty dollars ($50.00) or more a month or when
the reasonable rental value of the premises is fifty dollars ($50.00) or more a month.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 35-10-1
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 35-10-1 cover?
Section 35-10-1 ("Forcible entry or detainer; grounds") 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 § 35-10-1?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 35-10-1" (New Mexico). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Mexico law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Mexico official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Mexico attorney.
How does New Mexico § 35-10-1 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Mexico can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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