New Mexico Eviction Rules
Official notice periods, filing timelines, and legal citations for this state.
Notice Requirements
Nonpayment of Rent
3 days
Lease Violation
7 days
When can the landlord file?
Landlord may file after the notice period expires without cure or payment.
Tenant answer deadline
Tenant typically appears at the hearing; written answers may be required.
Hearing timeline
Typically 1–2 weeks after filing, depending on court schedule.
Lockout / physical eviction
Only the sheriff may execute the writ of restitution after a court judgment.
Eviction Process Timeline
Notice Period (Nonpayment)
3 days
Notice Period (Lease Violation)
7 days
Landlord Can File
Landlord may file after the notice period expires without cure or payment.
Tenant Answer Deadline
Tenant typically appears at the hearing; written answers may be required.
Hearing Timeline
Typically 1–2 weeks after filing, depending on court schedule.
Lockout / Physical Eviction
Only the sheriff may execute the writ of restitution after a court judgment.
Legal Citations
- N.M. Stat. § 47-8-33