Escrow & Title

In New Mexico, a 'judgment lien' attaches to real property when:

AA mortgage is recorded
BA court judgment is recorded in the county where the debtor owns real property✓ Correct
CA property tax bill is issued
DA mechanic's lien is filed

Explanation

A judgment lien is created when a creditor records a certified copy of a court judgment in the county clerk's office. It attaches to all real property the debtor currently owns or later acquires in that county, and must be satisfied before clear title can be conveyed.

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