Section 39-4D-6 - Procedure for recognition of foreign-country judgment. - New Mexico Statutes

39-4D-6. Procedure for recognition of foreign-country judgment.

A.     If recognition of a foreign-country judgment is sought as an original matter, the issue of recognition shall be raised by filing an action seeking recognition of the foreign-country judgment.

B.     If recognition of a foreign-country judgment is sought in a pending action, the issue of recognition may be raised by counterclaim, cross-claim or affirmative defense.