This affidavit is an example of an affidavit that might be used in an abstract of land title. Such an abstract will set forth all important actions which are relevant to the title, such as filings of liens and encumbrances, any and all conveyances, transfers, and assignments, and other facts relevant to the claimant's title. An abstract of title will also note the status of liens and encumbrances, showing whether they have been released or not.
Neighbors may testify that the adverse claimant occupied the land for a certain period of time. Affidavits may prove useful to the adverse claimant by establishing the claim as being adverse to that of any other persons.
This form is a generic example that may be referred to when preparing such a form for your particular state. It is for illustrative purposes only. Local laws should be consulted to determine any specific requirements for such a form in a particular jurisdiction.
The New Mexico Affidavit in Support of Adverse Possessor by Third Party that Property Held Adversely Through Successive Adverse Possessors — Squatters Rights is a legal document used in the state of New Mexico to assert a claim of adverse possession by a third party who has held and occupied a property in a manner that is open, notorious, continuous, exclusive, and hostile for a specified period of time. This affidavit is typically submitted to the court as evidence in a legal proceeding related to adverse possession. Keywords: 1. New Mexico: Refers to the state in which this affidavit is applicable, indicating its specific legal jurisdiction. 2. Affidavit: A written statement made under oath, affirming the truthfulness of the information presented. 3. Adverse Possessor: An individual or entity claiming ownership of a property based on their continuous and exclusive possession and use of it, in opposition to the actual owner's rights. 4. Third Party: An entity not involved in the original ownership or dispute over the property but asserting their own rights based on their adverse possession. 5. Property Held Adversely: Describes the situation in which the property has been possessed and occupied without consent of the legal owner. 6. Successive Adverse Possessors: Refers to the series of individuals or entities who have claimed adverse possession of the property in question over time. 7. Squatters Rights: The legal concept that recognizes the rights of a person who occupies and possesses a property for a specified period, despite not having legal ownership or title. Types of New Mexico Affidavit in Support of Adverse Possessor by Third Party that Property Held Adversely Through Successive Adverse Possessors — Squatters Rights: There may not be specific types of this affidavit recognized, as it serves as a standardized legal form used in cases where a third party is claiming adverse possession of a property in New Mexico. However, variations may exist based on the specific circumstances of the case or the preferences of the party submitting the affidavit.
