What are the rent laws in New Mexico?

State law regulates several rent-related issues, including late fees, the amount of notice (at least 30 days in New Mexico) landlords must give tenants to raise the rent, and how much time (three days in New Mexico) a tenant has to pay overdue rent or move before a landlord can file for eviction.

When does a landlord have to evict a tenant in New Mexico?

State laws specify when and how a landlord may terminate a tenancy. For example, a landlord may give a New Mexico tenant who has repeatedly violated a term of the rental agreement within six months an unconditional quit notice that gives the tenant seven days to move out before the landlord can file for eviction.

How does a supreme court order work in New Mexico?

Under the Court’s order, judges will halt the process that owners give to law enforcement to remove a tenant. Tenants will need to provide the court with evidence of their current inability to pay their rent.

Can a tenant sue a landlord in New Mexico?

If the complaint is found to be justified, the tenant may use the findings as the basis of a civil suit. Landlords in New Mexico must provide at least 24 hours’ written notice before entering an inhabited property. Lease agreements can increase this amount but not decrease it.

When does New Mexico Supreme Court issue eviction orders?

A: The Supreme Court issued two orders, one on March 24, 2020 (No. 20-8500-007) and one on March 26, 2020 (No. 20-8500-008), which address eviction for non-payment of rent cases. These orders require judges to stay (put a hold on) evictions in cases where the tenant has shown the court that they are unable to pay rent.