New Mexico § 35-9-3 - Attachment; hearing; judgment
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 35-9-3 — Attachment; hearing; judgment, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 35-9-3. Attachment; hearing; judgment
A. If the defendant was personally served as provided in Section 35-9-2B NMSA 1978, or if he appears as provided in the civil summons, the magistrate shall proceed
to hear and determine the action on its merits as in other civil actions. B. If the defendant was not personally served as provided in Section 35-9-2B NMSA 1978 , but his personal property was seized under the attachment and he does not appear
as provided in the summons, the magistrate shall order the sheriff to notify the defendant
by newspaper publication or by posting in at least three of the most public places
in the county that his property has been attached and that, unless he appears before
the magistrate at a time and place mentioned in the notice, not less than twenty days
or more than ninety days from the date of the notice, judgment will be rendered against
him and his property sold to pay the debt. If the defendant appears when notified as provided in this subsection, the magistrate
shall proceed to hear and determine the action on its merits as in other civil actions. If the defendant fails to appear when notified as provided in this subsection, the
magistrate shall enter a default judgment against him in the action.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 35-9-3
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 35-9-3 cover?
Section 35-9-3 ("Attachment; hearing; judgment") 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 § 35-9-3?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 35-9-3" (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 § 35-9-3 apply to my situation?
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