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Recorded Documents Databases
32 official New Mexico recorded documents sources.
Recorded Documents
New Mexico Counties
33 New Mexico counties are indexed on SearchSystems.net — top 28 counties shown below. Browse the full directory or click any county for local court, sheriff, recorder and assessor links.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who records deeds and mortgages in New Mexico?▼
In New Mexico, deeds, mortgages, liens, and other real-property documents are recorded at the county level by the county Recorder (or Clerk-Recorder). The Official New Mexico Recorded Documents at www.sos.nm.gov handles statewide filings such as UCC-1 financing statements and corporate documents.
Where do I file a UCC-1 financing statement in New Mexico?▼
UCC-1 financing statements covering personal property and business collateral are filed centrally with the Official New Mexico Recorded Documents at www.sos.nm.gov. Fixture filings on real estate are an exception — those go to the county where the property is located.
Are New Mexico recorded documents available online?▼
Most New Mexico countys publish a free online index of recorded documents (by name, document type, or date). Image access (the actual deed image) is often available either free or for a small per-page fee. Statewide UCC and corporate filings are searchable through the Official New Mexico Recorded Documents at www.sos.nm.gov.
How do I obtain a certified copy of a New Mexico recorded deed?▼
Certified copies of deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are issued by the county Recorder where the document was originally recorded. Fees and ID requirements vary; see your specific county page below. The Official New Mexico Recorded Documents (www.sos.nm.gov) handles certified copies of statewide filings such as UCCs and articles of incorporation.
What's the difference between a deed and a title in New Mexico?▼
A deed is the recorded instrument that conveys ownership; the title is the legal concept of ownership itself. Deeds in New Mexico are recorded with the county Recorder; title insurance and title searches are private-sector services that examine the chain of recorded deeds. The Official New Mexico Recorded Documents at www.sos.nm.gov publishes the statewide rules.
