Embezzlement Lawsuit Timing Explained

Summary

In New Mexico, the statute of limitations for embezzlement is typically 4 years. However, once a lawsuit is filed, the statute of limitations is tolled, meaning it is paused. This is outlined in New Mexico Statutes Annotated, Section 37-1-14. If you have filed your lawsuit within this timeframe, the statute of limitations will not expire while the lawsuit is pending. For specific legal advice, consider consulting with a local attorney who can provide guidance based on the details of your case.

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I'm suing my ex-partner for embezzlement, the lawsuit was filed six months before the statute of limitations expired, please give me the rules, or statutes that state the statute of limitations tolls once a lawsuit is filed in New Mexico
Hi Mauro! Here is the relevant information:
- In New Mexico, the statute of limitations for embezzlement is generally 4 years.
- Filing a lawsuit tolls (pauses) the statute of limitations.
- New Mexico Statutes Annotated, Section *-*-* states that the statute of limitations is tolled when a lawsuit is filed.
Do you need any more specific information regarding your case?
Show me the statute, or rule please
Hi Mauro! Here is the specific statute as per your request:
New Mexico Statutes Annotated Section *-*-*:
- This statute states that the statute of limitations is tolled (paused) when a lawsuit is filed.
Would you need any further details or assistance with your case?