Rule 27-105 NMRA
Rule 27-105. Motions.
A. Use of motion. Unless otherwise prescribed by these rules, all requests for an
order or other relief shall be made by filing a motion.
B. Content and filing. Motions shall be filed, together with any supporting affidavits
or other papers, with proof of service on all parties as provided in Rule 27-104. A motion
shall state concisely and with particularity the relief sought and the ground on which it is
based.
C. Procedural motions. Motions seeking extensions of time, leave to exceed the
length of a brief permitted to be filed pursuant to these rules and similar motions
directed to the appellate court's discretion in procedural matters need not be
accompanied by briefs. Such motions shall state with particularity the reasons for the
request.
D. Other motions. Other motions may be accompanied by a separate brief.
Adverse parties may file and serve a response within ten (10) days after service of
movant's motion.