New Mexico § 35-15-4 - Service of process
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 35-15-4 — Service of process, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 35-15-4. Service of process
A. In the county in which the municipality whose ordinances are alleged to have been
violated is located, a law enforcement officer with jurisdiction in that county may
serve any municipal court process or make any arrests authorized by law to be made. B. In counties adjacent to the county in which the municipality whose ordinances are
alleged to have been violated is located, a law enforcement officer with jurisdiction
in that county may serve any municipal court process or make any arrests authorized
by law to be made, except for any service or arrest emanating from parking violations
alleged to have occurred in a municipality located in another county.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 35-15-4
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 35-15-4 cover?
Section 35-15-4 ("Service of process") 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 § 35-15-4?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 35-15-4" (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?
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How does New Mexico § 35-15-4 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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