FAQs

What is the procedure when filing a lien?: You will need to send or deliver the original, signed, lien document to us. It should include completed dates, signature(s) or grantor(s), and notary certificate (should contain state, county, date of acknowledgment, notary signature, notary seal, and notary commission expiration date). Please remember a Lien must include the legal property description on the document. To obtain the legal description of the real property you wish to file the lien on, you should contact your attorney.

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County Clerk

1. Does the County Clerk's Office record discharge papers?: Yes, Military Discharge papers are recorded at no charge in the County Clerk’s Office. If you do not have access to obtaining a discharge forms, please visit U.S Department of Veterans Affairs
Following Website.

2. Does the Clerk's Office have birth and death certificates?: No, the County Clerk’s Office cannot provide copies of birth and death certificates. You can obtain these copies from the Vital Statistics Bureau. There are two offices, on in Santa Fe New Mexico at 505-827-8780 and Albuquerque New Mexico at 505-841-4115.

3. How do I go about transferring my property to someone else?: The County Clerk’s Office records deeds that are sent to them. We do not draft deeds nor can property be transferred without one. If you wish to transfer your property it is recommended that you seek the assistance of an Attorney or a Title Company. As mentioned above, blank forms can be found at most office supply stores and you can draft the document yourself if you wish.

4. What is required to record a document to the public record?: You will need to send or deliver the original signed document to us. It should include completed dates, signature(s) or grantor(s), notary certificate (should contain state, county, date of acknowledgement, notary signature, notary seal and notary commission expiration date). Please remember that all documents very. If the document pertains to real estate, there must be a legal property description on you document. If you are recording a Release or Assignment, you will need to state the original document book and page or instrument number that is being released or assigned.

5. What is the procedure when filing a lien?: You will need to send or deliver the original, signed, lien document to us. It should include completed dates, signature(s) or grantor(s), and notary certificate (should contain state, county, date of acknowledgment, notary signature, notary seal, and notary commission expiration date). Please remember a Lien must include the legal property description on the document. To obtain the legal description of the real property you wish to file the lien on, you should contact your attorney.

6. What type of deed must I use to transfer property?: Each type of deed has a different definition, which can be crucial when transferring property. You should contact your attorney.

7. Where can I find legal forms such as deeds, claim of liens, real estate contracts?: The County Clerk’s office does not provide legal forms. Legal forms can be found at most Office Supply or Stationary Stores. We will accept forms from other states as long as the document is notarized and the original document is sent for recording.

8. Where can I obtain a copy of my marriage license?: If you applied for your marriage license with McKinley County, then we will be able to provide you with a copy of the license. We need to know the name of the Bride and Groom along with an approximate year of the marriage. If the application was in another County you will need to contact that County Clerk / Recorder. Keep in mind that Divorce information is handled through the District Court at 505-863-6816. The Clerk’s Office does not have such information.