Bill > HB78

This bill amends existing law to allow parties involved in certain court proceedings to refer to the existence of a sealed juvenile record, even though such records are generally treated as if they never happened. Specifically, with prior notice to the court, a party can now mention a sealed juvenile record and its contents in written documents for hearings concerning pretrial detention, conditions of release, or sentencing. For all other written documents, a party can refer to the existence of a sealed juvenile record but cannot disclose its contents unless legally permitted. This change provides context in specific legal situations without fully revealing the sealed information.

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=78&year=26