Service by publication may be had in all actions brought under Section 1 [42-7-1 N.M. Stat. Ann.] of this act when it is made to appear by affidavit that any defendant is a nonresident of the state.

Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 42-7-2

  • 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.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.