New Mexico Courts

In an effort to reduce missed court appearances in misdemeanor cases involving people experiencing homelessness, the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court is launching a dedicated Friday docket for certain homeless-related citations. The weekly Friday docket will start on July 17 and will be specifically for individuals cited for nine homeless-related city violations issued by the Albuquerque Police Department. For these specific case types, the initial court date will be written on the citation issued to the defendant, so they will immediately be aware of when to appear for their hearing. #nmcourts #NewMexico

The New Mexico Supreme Court honored former Justices Patricio M. Serna and Kenneth B. Wilson on Tuesday with the publication of commemorative volumes of opinions written during their tenure on the state’s highest court. Justice Serna, who lives in Santa Fe, was a member of the Court from 1996 to 2012. Justice Wilson served on the Court from December 1989 to November 1990. Justice Wilson lives in Roswell. #nmcourts #NewMexico

ICYMI - Judicial and County Officials 'broke ground' at site where the long-awaited new Otero County Courthouse in Alamogordo will soon be! The courthouse on New York Avenue is 70 years old. The Twelfth Judicial District serves Lincoln and Otero counties. #nmcourts #NewMexico

On July 1, 2026, clinical law students appeared in Children's Court to represent their clients in delinquency proceedings. After the hearings, Judge Parnall met with all the students who were in court that morning, including other clinical law students and externs. Great job, students!

As we commemorate 250 years since the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, we must reflect on the significance of the Rule of Law. The Rule of Law is a cornerstone of American democracy, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of status, are subject to the same laws and freedoms. ⚖️ #America250 #RuleOfLaw #NMCourts #Semiquincentennial #JusticeForAll

The New Mexico Health Care Authority and the Administrative Office of the Courts announce a special meeting of the Executive Committee established under the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act (Senate Bill 3). This Committee oversees the ongoing implementation of SB3 (2025), including statewide coordination, regional planning, and progress toward building a stronger behavioral health system. It brings together leaders from all three branches of government, along with community partners, to support a more responsive and equitable system of care. Public participation is encouraged as we continue this work on behalf of all New Mexicans. Join via Zoom https://lnkd.in/dbsgCw8p Meeting ID: 824 0742 6549 Passcode: 349791 One tap mobile: +16694449171,,82407426549#,,,,*349791# US +16699006833,,82407426549#,,,,*349791# US (San Jose) NOTICE TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES: If you are an individual with a disability who is in need of a reader, amplifier, qualified sign language interpreter or any other form of auxiliary aid or service to attend or participate in the hearing or meeting, please contact Lisa Noriega at lisa.noriega@hca.nm.gov at least one week prior to the meeting or as soon as possible. Public documents, including the agenda and minutes, can be provided in various accessible formats. Contact Lisa Noreiga at lisa.noriega@hca.nm.gov if a summary or other type of accessible format is needed.

Metro Court is addressing homeless-related citations by launching a dedicated Friday docket starting July 17th. Initial court date will be written on the issued citation along with detailed information about how to access the Court and how to contact public defenders. #nmcourts #NewMexico

Juneteenth reminds us of the unfinished work in our continuing obligation as a society to provide equity, fairness, and justice for each person as we recognize and celebrate the official ending of the enslavement of people of African descent in the U.S.

Intern season is upon us and we love it! ! At the Court of Appeals, 13 interns oberved an oral argument and met with Chief Judge Jacqueline Medina and staff to learn about the appellate process and how best to prepare for seeking appellate clerkships in NM. #nmcourts #NewMexico

The New Mexico Courts HelpLine is your trusted first step for navigating the courts! A new judiciary-operated information service offers assistance to the public about courts in New Mexico and civil legal matters. Trained staff with the New Mexico Courts HelpLine are available six days a week by telephone to provide legal information and answer questions about state courts. The no-cost service guides people to court forms and rules for filing or responding to lawsuits, self-help videos on legal topics, and other resources for understanding court procedures in civil actions, including landlord-tenant housing disputes, consumer debt matters and family law issues such as divorce and child custody. The HelpLine does not provide legal advice, such as counseling a person on whether to bring a lawsuit or offering an opinion on how the law applies to an individual’s situation. Only attorneys can provide legal advice. #nmcourts #NewMexico #NMCourtsHelpLine