N.M. Stat. § 32A-1-16

Current through 2024, ch. 69
Section 32A-1-16 - Basic rights
A. A child subject to the provisions of the Children's Code is entitled to the same basic rights as an adult, except as otherwise provided in the Children's Code.
B. A person afforded rights under the Children's Code shall be advised of those rights at that person's first appearance before the court on a petition under the Children's Code.
C. An eligible adult retains all of the basic rights of an adult while receiving services pursuant to the fostering connections program.

NMS § 32A-1-16

1978 Comp., § 32A-1-16, enacted by Laws 1993, ch. 77, § 25.
Amended by 2019, c. 149,s. 11, eff. 6/14/2019.