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Code Violation Reporting in Otero County, NM (2026)

1 rule for unincorporated Otero County, New Mexico.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Otero County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

How to Report

To report an animal-control violation in unincorporated Otero County, file a sworn complaint with the Sheriff's Office under Code § 105-12A. You must have personal knowledge of the violation, identify the animal's owner or the premises involved, and provide your name and address to the Sheriff or a designee.

Otero County Animal Complaint Procedure

Light Restrictions

Otero County Code § 105-12A

Procedure for complaints. A complaint alleging any violation of this article may be filed with the Sheriff's Office by a person who has personal knowledge of such violation and who can identify the owner of the animal involved or the premises where the animal is located. The Sheriff or his designee shall require the complainant to provide his name and address and swear to and affirm the complaint.

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