N.M. R. Civ. P. Dist. Ct. 1-124

As amended through November 1, 2024

Rule 1-124 - Child custody; parenting plans; binding arbitration

A.Parenting plan required. If a domestic relations proceeding involves custody or visitation of minor children, the parties shall attempt to agree upon and file a joint parenting plan pursuant to Section 40-4-9.1 NMSA 1978 within sixty (60) days of the filing of the petition for dissolution.

B.Binding arbitration. If the parties have not filed a parenting plan, the parties may agree to submit issues involving custody or visitation to binding arbitration pursuant to Section 40-4-7.2 NMSA 1978.

C.Mediation. If the parties have not agreed to a parenting plan or to binding arbitration pursuant to Paragraphs A or B of this rule, the court may refer the matter to family counseling or mediation prior to holding a hearing on child custody or visitation.

N.M. R. Civ. P. Dist. Ct. 1-124

Approved, effective 11/1/2000 until11/1/2001; approved, effective11/1/2001.

For provisions of the Uniform Child-Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act, see Sections 40-10A-101 to 40-10A-403 NMSA 1978. Compiler's notes. - Pursuant to a court order dated October 3, 2000, this rule was provisionally approved for twelve months effective November 1, 2000. Subsequently, by a court order dated October 29, 2001, this rule was approved and adopted in its final form, effective November 1, 2001.