N.M. R. Gov. Disc. 17-311

As amended through August 23, 2024
Rule 17-311 - Discovery

A party may apply to the chair of the hearing committee for permission to conduct discovery prior to a formal hearing. Upon a showing of good cause, the chair may permit discovery upon such terms as may be appropriate under the circumstances.

N.M. R. Gov. Disc. 17-311

As amended by Supreme Court Order No. 06-8300-032, effective January 15, 2007.

ANNOTATIONS The 2006 amendment, approved by Supreme Court Order No. 06-8300-032, effective January 15, 2007, replaced the "written showing of need" for discovery requirement with a "showing of good cause" for discovery. Am. Jur. 2d, A.L.R. and C.J.S. references. - 7 Am. Jur. 2d Attorneys at Law § 93. Restricting access to records of disciplinary proceedings against attorneys, 83 A.L.R.3d 749. Discovery or inspection of state bar records of complaints against or investigations of attorneys, 83 A.L.R.3d 777.