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County
Colfax County
County seat
Raton
Population
249
Colfax County population
12,200
Local records
Colfax County offices
ZIP codes
87718

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Municipal elections are typically held in March of odd-numbered years, with the next regular village election scheduled for March 2025, though special elections may be called as needed. Candidate filing information and local ballot measures specific to the village are available from the Village Clerk at (575) 377-3334 closer to election dates. Eagle Nest voters are served by the Colfax County Clerk's Office, the official election administrator for the county, located at 230 South 2nd Street, Raton, NM 87740, phone (575) 445-5551.

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How do I register to vote in Eagle Nest, New Mexico?

To register to vote in Eagle Nest, New Mexico, residents can register online through the New Mexico Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at the Colfax County elections office. New Mexico requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the New Mexico Secretary of State's voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Eagle Nest, contact the Colfax County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.

How do I look up property records in Eagle Nest, New Mexico?

Property records for Eagle Nest, New Mexico are maintained by the Colfax County Assessor's Office and the Colfax County Clerk. The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within Colfax County, including parcels in Eagle Nest. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The Colfax County Clerk maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. Many New Mexico counties provide online property record searches through their county websites. The Colfax County Treasurer handles property tax payments and tax sale information.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Eagle Nest, New Mexico?

Birth, death, and marriage records for Eagle Nest, New Mexico residents are available through both county and state offices. The New Mexico Department of Health, Bureau of Vital Records, located in Santa Fe, maintains statewide vital records and can issue certified copies of birth and death certificates for events occurring anywhere in New Mexico. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the Colfax County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for Colfax County. Birth and death certificates may also be available through local vital records offices. Requestors typically need to provide valid photo identification and proof of their relationship to the person named on the record. Processing times and fees vary by office and record type.

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