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New Mexico Prenuptial Agreement

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New Mexico at a glance: UPAA State: Yes (N.M. Stat. § 40-3A-1) · Governing Law: New Mexico Statutes Chapter 40

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Overview

Prenuptial Agreements in New Mexico

New Mexico community property laws can be overridden by a prenup under the Uniform Premarital Agreement Act (N.M. Stat. § 40-3A-1, et seq.).
Key Facts

New Mexico Prenuptial Agreement — Quick Reference

RequirementNew Mexico Rule
UPAA StateYes (N.M. Stat. § 40-3A-1)
Governing LawNew Mexico Statutes Chapter 40
Legal Requirements

New Mexico Legal Requirements

  • Must be in writing and signed.
Governing Laws

New Mexico Governing Laws

N.M. Stat. § 40-3A-1
Uniform Premarital Agreement Act
Adopts the UPAA.

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 Prenuptial Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions

Can a New Mexico prenup designate separate property?

Yes, it is the primary way to protect assets from New Mexico's community property laws.