Any election contest shall be an action or proceeding within the meaning of Section 38-3-9 N.M. Stat. Ann.. Any affidavit of disqualification shall be filed on or before the date when the answer is required to be filed to the notice of contest.

Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 1-14-7

  • Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.