N.M. Stat. § 48-1A-4
Construction.
A. The Lien Protection Efficiency Act shall not be construed to create a lien or
interest in property not otherwise existing under state or federal law.
B. The Lien Protection Efficiency Act is not intended to affect a lien provided for by
statute, a consensual lien now or hereafter recognized under common law of the state
or the ability of the courts to impose equitable or constructive liens.