Lineal and collateral securities in all cases are hereby forbidden, but the heirs and legal claimants of any person who may have made any written contract or agreement shall be responsible for said contract or agreement to the extent of the lands limited or bequeathed, in such case, and in the manner prescribed by law.

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Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 47-1-13

  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.