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New Mexico Lien Deadlines for Material Suppliers

New Mexico requires a "Notice of Unpaid Lien" to be provided to the owner before filing a lien if you don't have a direct contract.

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New Mexico is High Risk for Suppliers

New Mexico is High Risk for Suppliers New Mexico has strict deadlines. Always calculate your specific deadline based on your last furnishing date.

New Mexico Lien Deadlines

Deadline TypeTimingDetails
Lien Filing Deadline90 days after completion (no direct contract)Must be filed with the county recorder/clerk.
Enforcement Deadline2 years from filingLawsuit to foreclose on the lien must be filed by this date.
Missing the 2-year enforcement deadlineFiling a lien is not enough; you must enforce it (file a lawsuit) before the enforcement period expires.

Common Supplier Mistakes in New Mexico

1. Preliminary Notice

Within 60 days of first furnishing Required to preserve your right to file a lien later.

2. Lien Filing Deadline

90 days after completion (no direct contract) Must be filed with the county recorder/clerk.

3. Enforcement Deadline

2 years from filing Lawsuit to foreclose on the lien must be filed by this date.

Missing the 60-day Notice

Many suppliers fail to send the required preliminary notice early in the project, invalidating their future lien rights.

Filing the lien after 90 days

Waiting too long to file. The deadline is strict and often does not extend for weekends or holidays.

Missing the 2-year enforcement deadline

Filing a lien is not enough; you must enforce it (file a lawsuit) before the enforcement period expires.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Preliminary Notice

Within 60 days of first furnishing Required to preserve your right to file a lien later.

2. Lien Filing Deadline

90 days after completion (no direct contract) Must be filed with the county recorder/clerk.

3. Enforcement Deadline

2 years from filing Lawsuit to foreclose on the lien must be filed by this date.

Missing the 60-day Notice

Many suppliers fail to send the required preliminary notice early in the project, invalidating their future lien rights.

Filing the lien after 90 days

Waiting too long to file. The deadline is strict and often does not extend for weekends or holidays.

Missing the 2-year enforcement deadline

Filing a lien is not enough; you must enforce it (file a lawsuit) before the enforcement period expires.

Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.