Bernalillo County Release of Deed of Trust Form
Last validated September 2, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Bernalillo County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Albuquerque, Cedar Crest, Isleta, Kirtland Afb, Sandia Park, Tijeras.
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Bernalillo County Release of Deed of Trust Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Bernalillo County Release Guidelines
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Bernalillo County Completed Example of the Release of Deed of Trust Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Bernalillo County Clerk
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102-0542
Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm M-F
Phone: (505) 468-1290
Recording Tips for Bernalillo County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
- Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
- Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
Cities and Jurisdictions in Bernalillo County
Properties in any of these areas use Bernalillo County forms:
- Albuquerque
- Cedar Crest
- Isleta
- Kirtland Afb
- Sandia Park
- Tijeras
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Bernalillo County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Bernalillo County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.
Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Bernalillo County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Bernalillo County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.
Can I reuse these forms?
Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Bernalillo County you only need to order once.
What do I need to use these forms?
The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.
Are there any recurring fees?
No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.
How much does it cost to record in Bernalillo County?
Recording fees in Bernalillo County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (505) 468-1290 for current fees.
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In New Mexico, the Trustee or the Beneficiary/Lender can release a Deed of Trust. This form is used by the Beneficiary/Lender. NM Stat 48-7-4(C)(2018) If, at any time the obligation secured by the mortgage or deed of trust described in Subsection B of this section is fulfilled, and the balance is zero, the mortgagee or beneficiary shall cause the mortgage or deed of trust to be released of record upon written demand of the mortgagor, trustor or the successor or assignee thereof.
48-7-5. Failure to release; penalty; civil liability.]
Any person who shall be guilty of violating the preceding section [48-7-4 NMSA 1978], upon conviction before any justice of the peace [magistrate] or district court having jurisdiction of the same shall be punished by a fine of not less than ten [($10.00)] nor more than twenty-five dollars [($25.00)], and shall be liable in a civil action to the owner of such real estate for all costs of clearing the title to said property including a reasonable attorney's fee.
(New Mexico Release of DOT Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example) For use in New Mexico only.
Important: Your property must be located in Bernalillo County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Release of Deed of Trust meets all recording requirements specific to Bernalillo County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Bernalillo County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.
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