New Mexico  |  Real Estate Law

Send him a certified letter, return receipt, explaining the problem and enclosing a copy of your plat and measurements. Be sure to keep a legible copy of everything. Explain that his fence will have to be moved to the boundary line, and give him a deadline to get it done. 30-45 days should be sufficient.Since according to the facts you present the neighbor is deliberately encroaching on your property, and since you have had problems with him previously, he may not do this voluntarily. If he does not comply, consult a lawyer.