New Mexico § 46-11-103 - Governing law
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 46-11-103 — Governing law, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46-11-103. Governing law
Unless the terms of the instrument creating a power of appointment manifest a contrary
intent: A. the creation, revocation or amendment of the power is governed by the law of the
donor's domicile at the relevant time; and B. the exercise, release or disclaimer of the power, or the revocation or amendment
of the exercise, release or disclaimer of the power, is governed by the law of the
powerholder's domicile at the relevant time.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 46-11-103
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 46-11-103 cover?
Section 46-11-103 ("Governing law") 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 § 46-11-103?
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