New Mexico Late Fee Laws
10% of monthly rentNew Mexico generally caps late fees at 10% of monthly rent — one of 16 US jurisdictions with a statutory cap. The FAQ below covers how the cap applies.
Educational information: generated from our New Mexico law database (last updated 2024-01-01). Not legal advice.
How New Mexico compares
16 of 51 US jurisdictions cap late fees by statute (as a percentage, dollar amount, or formula); the rest rely on reasonableness standards or set no limit. Here is how New Mexico compares with other states in our database.
| State | Late Fee Laws |
|---|---|
| New Mexico | 10% of monthly rent |
| New York | no statutory percentage cap |
| North Carolina | 5% of rent or $15, whichever is greater |
| North Dakota | no statutory percentage cap |
| Ohio | no statutory percentage cap |
Frequently asked questions
- Is there a limit on late fees in New Mexico?
- Yes — late fees are generally capped at 10% of monthly rent. Late fees capped at 10% of rent. Must be disclosed in lease. Written notice of fee required by end of next rental period after default.
- Is there a grace period before late fees in New Mexico?
- New Mexico has no statutory grace period; any grace period comes from your lease.
- Can I dispute an excessive late fee in New Mexico?
- Yes. Fees that are disproportionate to the landlord's actual costs can be challenged as unreasonable penalties.
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