N.M. Stat. Ann. § 40-6A-302 – Proceeding by minor parent

A minor parent, or a guardian or other legal representative of a minor parent, may maintain a proceeding on behalf of or for the benefit of the minor's child.

History: Laws 1994, ch. 107, § 302; 2005, ch. 166, § 14.

Cross references. — For age of majority, see 28-6-1 NMSA 1978.

For rules of procedure, see the Rules of Civil Procedure for the District Courts, Rule 1-001 NMRA.

The 2005 amendment, effective June 17, 2005, in the catchline changed "Action" to "Proceeding".