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.

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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.