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New Mexico Independent Contractor Agreement

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New Mexico at a glance: Classification Test: Right-to-Control · Governing Law: N.M. Stat. § 51-1-42

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Overview

Independent Contractor Agreements in New Mexico

New Mexico applies the common law right-to-control test to evaluate independent contractor status.
Key Facts

New Mexico Independent Contractor Agreement — Quick Reference

RequirementNew Mexico Rule
Classification TestRight-to-Control
Governing LawN.M. Stat. § 51-1-42
Legal Requirements

New Mexico Legal Requirements

  • Contractor must maintain separate business operations.
Governing Laws

New Mexico Governing Laws

N.M. Stat. § 51-1-42
Definitions
Defines employment for tax purposes.

Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's New Mexico legal resources or your state legislature's official website.

Questions & Answers

New Mexico Independent Contractor Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions

What test does New Mexico use?

New Mexico uses the standard right-to-control test.