Property Management
A New Mexico property manager wants to use a 'self-help eviction' — changing the locks without going to court. This is:
ALegal if the tenant is 30 days past due on rent
BIllegal — New Mexico law requires formal eviction proceedings through the court (unlawful detainer) regardless of the reason for eviction✓ Correct
CLegal for commercial tenants only
DLegal if stated in the lease
Explanation
Self-help eviction (lockouts, utility shutoffs, removing tenant's belongings) is illegal in New Mexico. Landlords must use the formal court eviction process (unlawful detainer/forcible entry and detainer action) to lawfully remove tenants.
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