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County
De Baca County
County seat
Fort Sumner
Population
1,206
De Baca County population
1,785
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De Baca County offices
ZIP codes
88119

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Search for Public School Districts ; Mailing Address:Po Box 387Fort Sumner NM, 88119 ; Physical Address: 1001 Sumner Ave Fort Sumner NM, 88119 ; Phone: (575)355-.

The De Baca County Extension Office, located at 514 Avenue C, Fort Sumner, NM 88119, provides resources and information related to the local agricultural industry. Residents and businesses can contact the extension office at (575) 355-2381 or visit their website at debacaextension.nmsu.edu for economic data and market trends. The De Baca County Clerk serves dual roles as county clerk and election administrator for Fort Sumner, De Baca County, New Mexico, with offices located at 514 Avenue C, Fort Sumner, NM 88119. Residents can reach the office at 575-355-2601, while broader election information is available through the New Mexico Secretary of State at sos.state.nm.us.

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How do I register to vote in Fort Sumner, New Mexico?

To register to vote in Fort Sumner, New Mexico, residents can register online through the New Mexico Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at the De Baca 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 Fort Sumner, contact the De Baca County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.

How do I look up property records in Fort Sumner, New Mexico?

Property records for Fort Sumner, New Mexico are maintained by the De Baca County Assessor's Office and the De Baca County Clerk. The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within De Baca County, including parcels in Fort Sumner. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The De Baca 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 De Baca County Treasurer handles property tax payments and tax sale information.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Fort Sumner, New Mexico?

Birth, death, and marriage records for Fort Sumner, 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 De Baca County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for De Baca 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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