EZRCP · New Mexico · Part 1 - District Court Rules · Rule 1-153 NMRA

Rule 1-153 NMRA. — Advisement of rights.

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Rule text

At the first appearance of the respondent, the court shall inform the respondent of the following:

A. the right to have the proceedings interpreted into a language the respondent understands;

B. the parties to the case, including whether the Children, Youth and Families Department is a party;

C. allegations of the kinship guardianship petition;

D. the right to a trial on the allegations; and

E. the consequences if the allegations of the petition are found to be true, including the possibility of child support if the kinship guardianship is granted.

[Adopted by Supreme Court Order No. 22-8300-020, effective for all cases pending or filed on or after December 31, 2022.]