N.M. R. Civ. P. Dist. Ct. 1-008.1

As amended through November 1, 2024
Rule 1-008.1 - Pleadings and papers; captions

Pleadings and papers filed in the district courts shall have a caption or heading which shall briefly include:

A. the name of the court as follows:

"State of New Mexico

County of __________________

__________________ Judicial District";

B. the names of the parties; and
C. a title which describes the cause of action or relief requested. The title of a pleading or paper shall have no legal effect in the action.

N.M. R. Civ. P. Dist. Ct. 1-008.1

Approved, effective 3/1/2000.

For form of pleadings and papers, see Rule 1-100 NMRA.