Payment or delivery made in good faith on the basis of the proof of authority and affidavit releases the debtor or person having possession of the personal property of his obligation to the same extent as if payment or delivery had been made to a local personal representative.

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Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 45-4-202

  • 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.
  • Obligation: An order placed, contract awarded, service received, or similar transaction during a given period that will require payments during the same or a future period.
  • Personal property: All property that is not real property.