Property Ownership

In New Mexico, which of the following is NOT a way to terminate an easement?

AMerger — when one owner acquires both dominant and servient estates
BExpiration of a stated time period
CNon-use for 10 years✓ Correct
DAbandonment with clear intent to relinquish the easement

Explanation

Unlike adverse possession, easements are generally not extinguished by mere non-use — there must be an affirmative act of abandonment. Easements can terminate by merger, expiration, abandonment, release, or operation of law.

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