All persons in occupation of, or having or claiming an interest in, any of the property described in the petition or in the damages, if any, for the taking thereof, though not named, may appear, plead and defend, each in respect to his own property or interest, or that claimed by him, in like manner as if named in the petition, at any time prior to trial.

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Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 42-2-10

  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.