Abatement is generally the temporary or permanent halting of a process (a lawsuit) or a situation (a nuisance).
In New Mexico, abatement can refer to different legal contexts. In the context of a lawsuit, abatement means the suspension or termination of the proceedings. This can occur for various reasons, such as the death of a party, a settlement between the parties, or a procedural issue that needs to be resolved before the case can proceed. In terms of a nuisance, abatement refers to the cessation or removal of a nuisance. New Mexico law allows for the abatement of nuisances that affect public health, safety, or welfare, such as environmental hazards or property conditions that violate local ordinances. The process for abatement of a nuisance typically involves a complaint, investigation, and then action by the appropriate governmental authority to remove or mitigate the nuisance. Both types of abatement are governed by state statutes and case law, and the specific procedures and remedies available can vary depending on the circumstances of each case.