Law books are one of the hardest donation categories in Albuquerque. The public library's donation FAQ lists law codes among the items it does not take, and outdated editions have little retail demand.
NMLP accepts law books in any quantity:
- Retired attorney libraries — federal reporters, state code volumes, treatise sets, practice guides. Most route to recycling because they're rapidly outdated, but some find homes.
- Law school casebooks: current-edition casebooks have limited resale to current students; older editions get recycled.
- Albuquerque-area attorney estates
- Bar association periodicals: NM Bar Bulletin back issues and journal sets are accepted; most go to paper recycling.
Current-edition treatises occasionally find a home with practicing attorneys. Most of the volume goes to a regional commercial paper pulper.
For a retired attorney library cleanout (often 200-500+ volumes from a long career): NMLP handles full-office cleanouts in the metro. Free, scheduled by route. Call or text 505-250-3804.
Need books gone in Albuquerque?
Free pickup, any condition, scheduling by route. Or use the 24/7 drop box, a covered box outside the gate, by the road, at 5445 Edith Blvd NE.
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Last reviewed 2026-05-02. For corrections, email [email protected].