Legal Question in Civil Litigation in New Mexico
If a civil action is taken against 2 persons and only one can be served, does the case get thrown out or does it procede against the served party?
Asked on 3/24/10, 3:03 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles Aspinwall
Charles S. Aspinwall, J.D., LLC
It can proceed against the served party. The non-served party may be served by publication in the newspaper if proper procedures are followed.
Answered on 3/29/10, 3:34 pm