2016 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 45 - Uniform Probate Code
Article 3 - Probate of Wills and Administration
Part 8 - CREDITORS' CLAIMS
Section 45-3-811 - Counterclaims.
45-3-811. Counterclaims.
A. In allowing a claim, the personal representative may deduct any counterclaim which the estate has against the claimant.
B. In determining a claim against an estate the district court shall reduce the amount allowed by the amount of any counterclaims and, if the counterclaims exceed the claim, render a judgment against the claimant in the amount of the excess.
History: 1953 Comp., 32A-3-811, enacted by Laws 1975, ch. 257, 3-811.
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