New Mexico Statutes Chapter 45. Uniform Probate Code § 45-6-216. Community property

A. A deposit of community property in an account does not alter the community character of the property or community rights in the property, if any, but a right of survivorship between parties married to each other arising from the express terms of the account or Section 45-6-212 NMSA 1978 may not be altered by will or other governing instrument.

B. This section does not affect or limit the right of a financial institution to make payments pursuant to Sections 45-6-211 through 45-6-227 NMSA 1978 and the deposit agreement.