New Mexico Statutes Chapter 45. Uniform Probate Code § 45-5B-106. Validity of power of attorney

A. A power of attorney executed in this state on or after July 1, 2007 is valid if its execution complies with Section 105 of the Uniform Power of Attorney Act.

B. A power of attorney executed in this state before July 1, 2007 is valid if its execution complied with the law of this state as it existed at the time of execution.

C. A power of attorney executed other than in this state is valid in this state if, when the power of attorney was executed, the execution complied with:

D. Except as otherwise provided by statute other than the Uniform Power of Attorney Act, a photocopy or electronically transmitted copy of an original power of attorney has the same effect as the original.