Statutes > New Mexico Statutes > Chapter 48 - Liens and Mortgages. > Article 1A - Lien Protection Efficiency, 48-1A-1 through 48-1A-9. > Section 48-1A-5 - Non-enforceability of nonconsensual common law liens.

Section 48-1A-5 - Non-enforceability of nonconsensual common law liens.

48-1A-5. Non-enforceability of nonconsensual common law liens.

Nonconsensual common law liens against real property shall not be recognized or be enforceable. Nonconsensual common law liens claimed against personal property shall not be recognized or be enforceable if, at the time the lien is claimed, the claimant fails to retain actual lawfully acquired possession or exclusive control of the property.