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parental preference doctrine in New Mexico

13 New Mexico opinions name it 2 courts 1990–2021 1 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by New Mexico courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

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CaseFollowedCited
In Re Guardianship of Ashleigh R.green
nmctapp · 2002 · cited in 7 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2009–2018
2 sentences

2018Moreover, "the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment protects the fundamental right of parents to make decisions concerning the care, custody, and control of their children." Troxel v. Granville , 530 U.S. 57 , 66, 120 S.Ct. 2054 , 147 L.Ed.2d 49 (2000). {26} In a custody dispute between a parent and a non-parent, "New Mexico has long recognized the parental preference doctrine." In re Guardianship of Ashleigh R. , 2002-NMCA-103 , ¶ 14, 132 N.M. 772 , 55 P.3d 984 .

2018Moreover, "the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment protects the fundamental right of parents to make decisions concerning the care, custody, and control of their children." Troxel v. Granville , 530 U.S. 57 , 66, 120 S.Ct. 2054 , 147 L.Ed.2d 49 (2000). {26} In a custody dispute between a parent and a non-parent, "New Mexico has long recognized the parental preference doctrine." In re Guardianship of Ashleigh R. , 2002-NMCA-103 , ¶ 14, 132 N.M. 772 , 55 P.3d 984 .

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Matter of Adoption of JJBgreen
nm · 1995 · cited in 7 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2021
2 sentences

2021This definition is drawn from our Supreme Court’s decision in In re Adoption of J.J.B., 1995-NMSC-026 , ¶ 68, 119 N.M. 638 , 894 P.2d 994 , which adopted this exception to the parental preference doctrine. {21} The construction of “extraordinary circumstances,” in Section 40-10B-8(B)(3), as an exception to parental unfitness, however, does not resolve the question raised in this case about the relationship of the ninety-day requirement to “extraordinary circumstances.” Our Supreme Court, in its decision in Patrick D., held that our Legislature intended the phrase “extraordinary circumstances”

2021This definition is drawn from our Supreme Court’s decision in In re Adoption of J.J.B., 1995-NMSC-026 , ¶ 68, 119 N.M. 638 , 894 P.2d 994 , which adopted this exception to the parental preference doctrine. {21} The construction of “extraordinary circumstances,” in Section 40-10B-8(B)(3), as an exception to parental unfitness, however, does not resolve the question raised in this case about the relationship of the ninety-day requirement to “extraordinary circumstances.” Our Supreme Court, in its decision in Patrick D., held that our Legislature intended the phrase “extraordinary circumstances”

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Shorty v. Scottgreen
nm · 1975 · cited in 6 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 1990–2014
2 sentences

2014For example, in Shorty v. Scott, 1975-NMSC-030 , ¶ 8, 87 N.M. 490 , 535 P.2d 1341 , our Supreme Court held that the “parental right doctrine” creates apresumption in a custody dispute between a natural parent and a third party that the welfare and best interests will be served in the custody of the natural parent.

2014For example, in Shorty v. Scott, 1975-NMSC-030 , ¶ 8, 87 N.M. 490 , 535 P.2d 1341 , our Supreme Court held that the “parental right doctrine” creates apresumption in a custody dispute between a natural parent and a third party that the welfare and best interests will be served in the custody of the natural parent.

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Rhinehart v. Nowlingreen
nmctapp · 1990 · cited in 3 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2010–2018
2 sentences

2011See Rhinehart, 111 N.M. at 324 , 805 P.2d at 93 (stating that Sections 40-4-9.1(K), 40-4-7 to -9.1, and 40-9-1, when taken together, "reflect the [L]egislature's *920 intent to grant trial courts wide discretion in awarding either custody or visitation based on the best interests of the children, subject to [the] parental preference doctrine in custody matters" (emphasis omitted)); see also In re Guardianship of Ashleigh R., 2002-NMCA-103, ¶ 14 , 132 N.M. 772 , 55 P.3d 984 ("New Mexico has long recognized the parental preference doctrine, which holds that in a custody contest between a parent

2011See Rhinehart, 111 N.M. at 324 , 805 P.2d at 93 (stating that Sections 40-4-9.1(K), 40-4-7 to -9.1, and 40-9-1, when taken together, "reflect the [L]egislature's *920 intent to grant trial courts wide discretion in awarding either custody or visitation based on the best interests of the children, subject to [the] parental preference doctrine in custody matters" (emphasis omitted)); see also In re Guardianship of Ashleigh R., 2002-NMCA-103, ¶ 14 , 132 N.M. 772 , 55 P.3d 984 ("New Mexico has long recognized the parental preference doctrine, which holds that in a custody contest between a parent

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Normand by and Through Normand v. Raygreen
nm · 1990 · cited in 2 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2010–2011
2 sentences

2011Normand v. Ray, 109 N.M. 403, 406-08 , 785 P.2d 743, 746-48 (1990) (addressing Section 40-4-9(B) and (C) in a case involving a child custody dispute between the father and maternal grandparents in which there was no dissolution of marriage before the court). {21} Regardless, the argument that Section 40-4-9.1 does not apply if there is no marriage or dissolution of marriage before the court does not address the parental preference doctrine that underlies Section 40-4-9.1.

2011Normand v. Ray, 109 N.M. 403, 406-08 , 785 P.2d 743, 746-48 (1990) (addressing Section 40-4-9(B) and (C) in a case involving a child custody dispute between the father and maternal grandparents in which there was no dissolution of marriage before the court). {21} Regardless, the argument that Section 40-4-9.1 does not apply if there is no marriage or dissolution of marriage before the court does not address the parental preference doctrine that underlies Section 40-4-9.1.

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Freedom C. v. Brian D.green
nm · 2012 · cited in 2 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2014–2021
2 sentences

2021Patrick D., 2012-NMSC-017, ¶ 29 (internal quotation marks omitted).

2014As defined, “extraordinary circumstances” is “a fail safe to allow courts to ensure that the Act is applied in a manner that adheres to the spirit of the Act ... [in light of the] cases that come under the Act [which] often involve unconventional family structures and unconventional facts.” Patrick D,, 2012-NMSC-017, ¶ 29 .- Neither Victoria R. nor Patrick D. considered the parental preference doctrine when evaluating the meaning of “extraordinary circumstances.” Further, particularly given the express statutory preference given to Children under Section 40-10B-11(A), I have substantial diffic

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Brito v. Britogreen
nmctapp · 1990 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
2 sentences

2012Shorty v. Scott, 87 N.M. 490, 493 , 535 P.2d 1341, 1344 (1975); see also Brito v. Brito, 110 N.M. 276, 279 , 794 P.2d 1205, 1208 (Ct. App. 1990) (“[I]n a custody contest between a parent and a non-parent who has no legal right to custody, the natural parent has preference over anon-parent.”).

2012Shorty v. Scott, 87 N.M. 490, 493 , 535 P.2d 1341, 1344 (1975); see also Brito v. Brito, 110 N.M. 276, 279 , 794 P.2d 1205, 1208 (Ct. App. 1990) (“[I]n a custody contest between a parent and a non-parent who has no legal right to custody, the natural parent has preference over anon-parent.”).

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Grant v. Cumifordgreen
nmctapp · 2005 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
2 sentences

2012See Roth v. Bookert (In re Adoption of J.J.B.), 119 N.M. 638, 652 , 894 P.2d 994, 1008 (1995) (the public policy of New Mexico regarding custody matters is secured in Section 40-4-9.1(K) and should be applied “when a family breaks up”); see also Grant v. Cumiford, 2005-NMCA-058, ¶¶ 2, 13 , 137 N.M. 485 , 112 P.3d 1142 (applying Section 40-4-9.1 in determining a custody dispute, even though the parties were never married). {51} Our courts have recognized a parental preference doctrine when determining custody as against the government and third parties.

2012See Roth v. Bookert (In re Adoption of J.J.B.), 119 N.M. 638, 652 , 894 P.2d 994, 1008 (1995) (the public policy of New Mexico regarding custody matters is secured in Section 40-4-9.1(K) and should be applied “when a family breaks up”); see also Grant v. Cumiford, 2005-NMCA-058, ¶¶ 2, 13 , 137 N.M. 485 , 112 P.3d 1142 (applying Section 40-4-9.1 in determining a custody dispute, even though the parties were never married). {51} Our courts have recognized a parental preference doctrine when determining custody as against the government and third parties.

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Mason v. Dwinnellgreen
ncctapp · 2008 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rptr.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

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Youmans v. Ramosgreen
mass · 1999 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

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Francies v. Franciesgreen
indctapp · 2001 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rptr.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

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Fish v. Fishgreen
conn · 2008 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

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Robinson v. Ford-Robinsongreen
ark · 2005 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

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Tailor v. Beckergreen
del · 1998 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rptr.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

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Sbl v. Esgreen
alacivapp · 2003 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
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Paquette v. Paquettegreen
vt · 1985 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
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Stockwell v. Stockwellgreen
idaho · 1989 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

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Middleton v. Johnsongreen
scctapp · 2006 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rptr.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

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Erika K. v. Brett D.green
calctapp · 2008 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rptr.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

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Mansukhani v. Pailinggreen
nd · 1982 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rptr.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

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Rubano v. DiCenzogreen
ri · 2000 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rptr.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

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In Re Custody of HSHKgreen
wis · 1995 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

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In Re Custody of TWgreen
illappct · 2006 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
11
In Re Guardianship of Knellgreen
iowa · 1995 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rptr.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

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Vc v. Mjbgreen
nj · 2000 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

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Kinnard v. Kinnardgreen
alaska · 2002 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rptr.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

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Tb v. Lrmgreen
pa · 2001 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rptr.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

11
In Re ELMCgreen
coloctapp · 2004 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
11
Clifford K. v. Paul S.green
wva · 2005 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rptr.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

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Riepe v. Riepegreen
arizctapp · 2004 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

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Osburn v. Robertsgreen
okla · 1946 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

11
Romero Ex Rel. Martinez v. Princegreen
nmctapp · 1973 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2002–2002
11

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in New Mexico. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (5)

CaseCitedYears
Troxel v. Granville green
scotus · 2000
2 sentences

2018Moreover, "the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment protects the fundamental right of parents to make decisions concerning the care, custody, and control of their children." Troxel v. Granville , 530 U.S. 57 , 66, 120 S.Ct. 2054 , 147 L.Ed.2d 49 (2000). {26} In a custody dispute between a parent and a non-parent, "New Mexico has long recognized the parental preference doctrine." In re Guardianship of Ashleigh R. , 2002-NMCA-103 , ¶ 14, 132 N.M. 772 , 55 P.3d 984 .

2018Moreover, "the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment protects the fundamental right of parents to make decisions concerning the care, custody, and control of their children." Troxel v. Granville , 530 U.S. 57 , 66, 120 S.Ct. 2054 , 147 L.Ed.2d 49 (2000). {26} In a custody dispute between a parent and a non-parent, "New Mexico has long recognized the parental preference doctrine." In re Guardianship of Ashleigh R. , 2002-NMCA-103 , ¶ 14, 132 N.M. 772 , 55 P.3d 984 .

12018–2018
T.B. v. L.R.M. green
pa · 2001
12008–2008
Rideout v. Riendeau green
me · 2000
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rptr.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

12008–2008
Weger v. Weger green
illappct · 2006
2 sentences

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

2008Kinnard v. Kinnard, 43 P.3d 150, 151 (Alaska 2002) (stepparent custody); Riepe v. Riepe, 208 Ariz. 90 , 91 P.3d 312, 315 (Ct.App.2004) (stepparent visitation); Robinson v. Ford-Robinson, 362 Ark. 232 , 208 S.W.3d 140, 144 (2005) (stepparent visitation); Erika K. v. Brett D., 161 Cal.App.4th 1259 , 75 Cal.Rprt.3d 152, 154 (Ct.App.2008) (godmother custody); In re E.L.M.C., 100 P.3d at 562 (former domestic partner custody); Fish v. Fish, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040, 1044 (2008) (aunt custody); Tailor, 708 A.2d at 629-30 (stepparent custody); Stockwell v. Stockwell, 116 Idaho 297 , 775 P.2d 611,

12008–2008
Greene v. French green
nmctapp · 1982
11990–1990

Statutes the citing opinions construe

NM § N.M. Stat. § 40-4-9.1 (7) NM § N.M. Stat. § 40-10B-8 (6) NM § N.M. Stat. § 40-10B-1 (5) NM § N.M. Stat. § 40-10B-2 (5) NM § N.M. Stat. § 40-10B-3 (5) NM § N.M. Stat. § 40-10B-11 (4) NM § N.M. Stat. § 40-11-1 (4) NM § N.M. Stat. § 40-11-2 (4) NM § N.M. Stat. § 40-11-5 (4) NM § N.M. Stat. § 40-11A-101 (4) NM § N.M. Stat. § 40-4-7 (4) NM § N.M. Stat. § 40-4-9 (4)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

NE 47 (1992–2025) KS 33 (1975–2024) CA 22 (1966–2001) NM 13 (1990–2021) NV 8 (1995–2022) AK 5 (1998–2022) VT 4 (2002–2026) AL 4 (1981–2002) CO 3 (2011–2011) OK 3 (1998–2007) WY 3 (2021–2022) IN 2 (2001–2001) ID 2 (2024–2024) IA 2 (2022–2022) NJ 2 (2009–2009)

Opinions by the citing court's state. A doctrine retained in one state and abandoned in another shows up here as a year span that stalls.

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