N.M. R. Child. Ct. 10-313

As amended through November 1, 2024

Rule 10-313 - Appointment of attorney for child turning fourteen

A.Duty of guardian ad litem. If a child in an abuse or neglect proceeding is represented by a guardian ad litem at the time the child reaches the age of fourteen (14) years of age, the guardian ad litem shall either:

(1) file a notice of continued representation as attorney for the child; or

(2) file a motion to request the court appoint an attorney for the child.

B.dvice of rights. t the first appearance of a child in an abuse or neglect proceeding after the child's fourteenth (14th) birthday, the court shall inquire as to whether the child is represented by an attorney. If the child is not represented by an attorney, the court shall appoint an attorney.

N.M. R. Child. Ct. 10-313

Approved by Supreme Court Order 06-8300-04, effective 3/1/2006; as recompiled by Supreme Court Order 08-8300-42, effective 1/15/2009.

ANNOTATIONS Recompilations.- Pursuant to Supreme Court Order No. 08-8300-042, Rule 10-305.2 NMR was recompiled as Rule 10-313 NMR, effective January 15, 2009.

Cross references. - For basic rights, see Section 32-4-10 NMS 1978.