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12 New Mexico opinions name it 2 courts 1991–2024 5 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.

Followed or applied (12)

CaseFollowedCited
Matter of Adoption of Rifflegreen
mont · 1996 · cited in 2 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
2 sentences

2015See In re Custody of S.E.G., 521 N.W.2d 357 , 362 17 (Minn. 1994) (stating that simply applying the best interests standard is contrary to 18 the plain language of the ICWA read as a whole, and to its legislative history); see 19 also In re Adoption of Riffle, 922 P.2d 510, 514 (Mont. 1996) (deciding it is improper 11 1 to apply best interest when determining good cause because the ICWA expresses 2 presumption that it is in the Indian child’s best interest to be placed in conformance 3 with the preferences). 4 {20} Other courts have held that the considerations listed in the BIA Guidelines are

2015See In re Custody of S.E.G., 521 N.W.2d 357, 362 (Minn. 1994) (stating that simply applying the best interests standard is contrary to the plain language of the ICWA read as a whole, and to its legislative history); see also In re Adoption of Riffle, 922 P.2d 510, 514 (Mont. 1996) (deciding it is improper to apply best interest when determining good cause because the ICWA expresses presumption that it is in the Indian child’s best interest to be placed in conformance with the preferences). {20} Other courts have held that the considerations listed in the BIA Guidelines are not exhaustive.

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In Re the Custody of S.E.G.green
minn · 1994 · cited in 2 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
2 sentences

2015See In re Custody of S.E.G., 521 N.W.2d 357 , 362 17 (Minn. 1994) (stating that simply applying the best interests standard is contrary to 18 the plain language of the ICWA read as a whole, and to its legislative history); see 19 also In re Adoption of Riffle, 922 P.2d 510, 514 (Mont. 1996) (deciding it is improper 11 1 to apply best interest when determining good cause because the ICWA expresses 2 presumption that it is in the Indian child’s best interest to be placed in conformance 3 with the preferences). 4 {20} Other courts have held that the considerations listed in the BIA Guidelines are

2015See In re Custody of S.E.G., 521 N.W.2d 357, 362 (Minn. 1994) (stating that simply applying the best interests standard is contrary to the plain language of the ICWA read as a whole, and to its legislative history); see also In re Adoption of Riffle, 922 P.2d 510, 514 (Mont. 1996) (deciding it is improper to apply best interest when determining good cause because the ICWA expresses presumption that it is in the Indian child’s best interest to be placed in conformance with the preferences). {20} Other courts have held that the considerations listed in the BIA Guidelines are not exhaustive.

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Matter of Adoption of M.green
washctapp · 1992 · cited in 2 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
2 sentences

2015See In re Adoption of M., 832 P.2d 518, 522 (Wash. Ct. App. 1992) 6 (“Good cause is a matter of discretion, and discretion must be exercised in light of 7 many factors.

2015See In re Adoption of M., 832 P.2d 518, 522 (Wash. Ct. App. 1992) (“Good cause is a matter of discretion, and discretion must be exercised in light of many factors.

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State v. Lucerogreen
nmctapp · 2023 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
1 sentence

2024In re Doe recognized, however, that “[c]ommunications between psychotherapists and patients are not ipso facto confidential.” Id. ¶ 24; see State v. Lucero, 2023-NMCA-035 , ¶ 19, 528 P.3d 762 (providing that “for a communication to be a confidential communication” protected by Rule 11-504 NMRA, “(1) the patient must intend the communication to be undisclosed to third parties; and (2) nondisclosure of the communication must further the interests the privilege is intended to protect” (internal quotation marks omitted)).

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Hough v. Brooksgreen
nmctapp · 2017 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2022–2022
1 sentence

2022See NMSA 1978, § 40-10B-12(B) (2001) (requiring revocation of a kinship guardianship “[i]f the court finds that a preponderance of the evidence proves a change in circumstances and the revocation is in the best interests of the child”); see also Hough v. Brooks, 2017- NMCA-050, ¶ 30, 399 P.3d 387 (“While the best interests test is broad and vests the district court with considerable discretion, the exercise of discretion by the district court must be consistent with the evidence and statutory requirements.” (alterations, omission, internal quotation marks, and citation omitted)). {5} In this c

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State v. Riveragreen
nm · 2003 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
1 sentence

2016See Rivera, 2004-NMSC-001, ¶¶ 15-24 (construing NMSA 1978, Section 31-11-1 (A) (1988) in light of, inter alia, its history, background, function within the comprehensive statutory scheme, including the state’s sentencing scheme and probation statutes emphasizing constructive rehabilitation and general policy considerations and concluding that these factors compelled a different construction from that suggested by “[a] literal reading of Section 31-11 - 1(A) [which] would seriously undermine” rehabilitative goals). {53} We also conclude that the undisputed facts establish that the information C

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Fare v. Michael C.green
scotus · 1979 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
2 sentences

2016Gault itself also emphasized that “what we hold in this opinion with regard to the procedural requirements at the adjudicatory stage has no necessary applicability to other steps of the juvenile process.” 387 U.S. at 31 n.48. {18} The Courthas warned Ha.iA.Mir anda’s requirements may notbe extended in a manner that “would cut [Miranda’s] holding . . . completely loose from its own explicitly stated rationale” and “impose the burdens associated with the rule of Miranda on the juvenile justice system and the police without serving the interests that rule was designed simultaneously to protect.”

2016Gault itself also emphasized that “what we hold in this opinion with regard to the procedural requirements at the adjudicatory stage has no necessary applicability to other steps of the juvenile process.” 387 U.S. at 31 n.48. {18} The Courthas warned Ha.iA.Mir anda’s requirements may notbe extended in a manner that “would cut [Miranda’s] holding . . . completely loose from its own explicitly stated rationale” and “impose the burdens associated with the rule of Miranda on the juvenile justice system and the police without serving the interests that rule was designed simultaneously to protect.”

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Alaska Railroad Corp. v. Native Village of Eklutnagreen
alaska · 2006 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
1 sentence

2015Corp. v. Native Vill. of Eklutna, 142 P.3d 1192, 1196 (Alaska 2006) (all adopting 5 the balancing of the interests test). 6 {11} We begin our analysis, however, by determining the degree to which Armijo 7 and Milagro, are instructive.

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Commonwealth v. Davisgreen
pa · 1984 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
1 sentence

2008The Davis court explained that, “[w]here an occupant sees the police and immediately retreats back into the premises, ... the duty of the police to knock, announce, and wait is obviated.” Id. at 1042. {14} Under the unique facts of this case, we are persuaded that the officers’ compliance with the knock-and-announce rule would have been futile because it would not have furthered any of the interests the rule is meant to protect, but instead would have amounted to a meaningless gesture.

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Matter of SD, Jr.green
alaska · 1976 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 1991–1991
2 sentences

1991The burden of proof in custody cases is now shared by both contesting parents."). [8] See also Presutti v. Presutti, 181 Conn. 622, 627-28 , 436 A.2d 299, 303 (1980) (declining to impose presumption for or against nonresident parent); Pamperin v. Pamperin, 112 Wis.2d 70, 74-75 , 331 N.W.2d 648, 650-51 (Ct.App. 1983) (each party bears equal burden to show that award of custody to that party is in child's best interests); cf. In re S.D., Jr., 549 P.2d 1190, 1200 (Alaska 1976) (in dispositive phase of dependency-and-neglect proceeding to award custody of minors to state agency, placing burden of

1991The burden of proof in custody cases is now shared by both contesting parents.”). 8 See also Presutti v. Presutti, 181 Conn. 622, 627-28 , 436 A.2d 299, 303 (1980) (declining to impose presumption for or against nonresident parent); Pamperin v. Pamperin, 112 Wis.2d 70, 74-75 , 331 N.W.2d 648, 650-51 (Ct.App.1983) (each party bears equal burden to show that award of custody to that party is in child’s best interests); cf. In re S.D., Jr., 549 P.2d 1190, 1200 (Alaska 1976) (in dispositive phase of dependency-and-neglect proceeding to award custody of minors to state agency, placing burden of pro

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Presutti v. Presuttigreen
conn · 1980 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 1991–1991
2 sentences

1991The burden of proof in custody cases is now shared by both contesting parents.”). 8 See also Presutti v. Presutti, 181 Conn. 622, 627-28 , 436 A.2d 299, 303 (1980) (declining to impose presumption for or against nonresident parent); Pamperin v. Pamperin, 112 Wis.2d 70, 74-75 , 331 N.W.2d 648, 650-51 (Ct.App.1983) (each party bears equal burden to show that award of custody to that party is in child’s best interests); cf. In re S.D., Jr., 549 P.2d 1190, 1200 (Alaska 1976) (in dispositive phase of dependency-and-neglect proceeding to award custody of minors to state agency, placing burden of pro

1991The burden of proof in custody cases is now shared by both contesting parents.”). 8 See also Presutti v. Presutti, 181 Conn. 622, 627-28 , 436 A.2d 299, 303 (1980) (declining to impose presumption for or against nonresident parent); Pamperin v. Pamperin, 112 Wis.2d 70, 74-75 , 331 N.W.2d 648, 650-51 (Ct.App.1983) (each party bears equal burden to show that award of custody to that party is in child’s best interests); cf. In re S.D., Jr., 549 P.2d 1190, 1200 (Alaska 1976) (in dispositive phase of dependency-and-neglect proceeding to award custody of minors to state agency, placing burden of pro

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Pamperin v. Pamperingreen
wisctapp · 1983 · cited in 1 New Mexico opinions naming this issue, 1991–1991
2 sentences

1991The burden of proof in custody cases is now shared by both contesting parents.”). 8 See also Presutti v. Presutti, 181 Conn. 622, 627-28 , 436 A.2d 299, 303 (1980) (declining to impose presumption for or against nonresident parent); Pamperin v. Pamperin, 112 Wis.2d 70, 74-75 , 331 N.W.2d 648, 650-51 (Ct.App.1983) (each party bears equal burden to show that award of custody to that party is in child’s best interests); cf. In re S.D., Jr., 549 P.2d 1190, 1200 (Alaska 1976) (in dispositive phase of dependency-and-neglect proceeding to award custody of minors to state agency, placing burden of pro

1991The burden of proof in custody cases is now shared by both contesting parents.”). 8 See also Presutti v. Presutti, 181 Conn. 622, 627-28 , 436 A.2d 299, 303 (1980) (declining to impose presumption for or against nonresident parent); Pamperin v. Pamperin, 112 Wis.2d 70, 74-75 , 331 N.W.2d 648, 650-51 (Ct.App.1983) (each party bears equal burden to show that award of custody to that party is in child’s best interests); cf. In re S.D., Jr., 549 P.2d 1190, 1200 (Alaska 1976) (in dispositive phase of dependency-and-neglect proceeding to award custody of minors to state agency, placing burden of pro

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

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Also cited on this issue (5)

CaseCitedYears
Rhinehart v. Nowlin green
nmctapp · 1990
2 sentences

2024Under the best interests analysis, the district court possesses “considerable discretion” as long as it is “consistent with the evidence and statutory requirements.” Id. ¶ 30 (internal quotation marks and citation omitted). “[District] courts are vested with broad discretion and great flexibility in fashioning custody arrangements and parenting plans that will serve the best interests of the children.” Rhinehart v. Nowlin, 1990-NMCA-136 , ¶ 47, 111 N.M. 319 , 805 P.2d 88 .

2024Under the best interests analysis, the district court possesses “considerable discretion” as long as it is “consistent with the evidence and statutory requirements.” Id. ¶ 30 (internal quotation marks and citation omitted). “[District] courts are vested with broad discretion and great flexibility in fashioning custody arrangements and parenting plans that will serve the best interests of the children.” Rhinehart v. Nowlin, 1990-NMCA-136 , ¶ 47, 111 N.M. 319 , 805 P.2d 88 .

22024–2024
State v. Roper green
nmctapp · 1996
1 sentence

2023See In re Doe, 1982-NMCA- 15 115, ¶¶ 22-24; Roper, 1996-NMCA-073 , ¶ 11. 16 {20} In addressing the first prong of this two-part test—that the communication is 17 not intended to be disclosed—Rule 11-504 focuses on the patient’s intent: Does the 18 patient intend the communication to be confidential?

12023–2023
In Re GAULT green
scotus · 1967
1 sentence

2016Gault itself also emphasized that “what we hold in this opinion with regard to the procedural requirements at the adjudicatory stage has no necessary applicability to other steps of the juvenile process.” 387 U.S. at 31 n.48. {18} The Courthas warned Ha.iA.Mir anda’s requirements may notbe extended in a manner that “would cut [Miranda’s] holding . . . completely loose from its own explicitly stated rationale” and “impose the burdens associated with the rule of Miranda on the juvenile justice system and the police without serving the interests that rule was designed simultaneously to protect.”

12016–2016
Schuermann v. Schuermann green
nm · 1980
2 sentences

2014In Schuermann v. Schuermann, 1980-NMSC-027 , 2 ¶ 4, 94 N.M. 81 , 607 P.2d 619 , our Supreme Court reaffirmed the best interests test 3 as the “controlling inquiry of the trial court in settling any custody dispute.” The 4 inapposite cases cited by Father in his memorandum in opposition do not convince us 5 to hold otherwise. 6 {5} For these reasons and those in our calendar notice, we affirm. 7 {6} IT IS SO ORDERED. 8 ____________________________________ 9 RODERICK T.

2014In Schuermann v. Schuermann, 1980-NMSC-027 , 2 ¶ 4, 94 N.M. 81 , 607 P.2d 619 , our Supreme Court reaffirmed the best interests test 3 as the “controlling inquiry of the trial court in settling any custody dispute.” The 4 inapposite cases cited by Father in his memorandum in opposition do not convince us 5 to hold otherwise. 6 {5} For these reasons and those in our calendar notice, we affirm. 7 {6} IT IS SO ORDERED. 8 ____________________________________ 9 RODERICK T.

12014–2014
State v. Attaway green
nm · 1994
2 sentences

2008This Court recognized early in its knock-and-announce jurisprudence that the rule aims to “prevent!] the needless destruction of the homeowner’s property,” to “protect! ] the sanctity of the home and individual privacy,” and to “protect! ] both the occupant and police from the possible violent response of a startled occupant suddenly confronted with an unannounced entry by an unknown person.” Attatvay, 117 N.M. at 147 , 870 P.2d at 109 .

2008This Court recognized early in its knock-and-announce jurisprudence that the rule aims to “prevent!] the needless destruction of the homeowner’s property,” to “protect! ] the sanctity of the home and individual privacy,” and to “protect! ] both the occupant and police from the possible violent response of a startled occupant suddenly confronted with an unannounced entry by an unknown person.” Attatvay, 117 N.M. at 147 , 870 P.2d at 109 .

12008–2008

Statutes the citing opinions construe

NM § N.M. Stat. § 40-4-9 (4) NM § N.M. Stat. § 32A-4-28 (3) NM § N.M. Stat. § 40-4-9.1 (3)

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

NY 439 (1976–2026) TN 372 (1978–2026) NJ 263 (1972–2026) NE 130 (1991–2026) IL 110 (1967–2026) AZ 73 (1923–2026) CO 67 (1994–2026) PA 65 (1976–2025) AK 61 (1975–2026) MI 48 (1879–2025) CA 46 (1930–2026) ND 37 (1999–2025) MD 30 (1992–2024) UT 30 (1919–2026) OH 27 (1992–2026) MN 27 (1980–2024) ID 26 (1928–2026) MO 21 (1886–2022) MA 19 (1975–2026) WY 19 (1990–2026) WI 17 (1973–2024) VA 17 (1999–2022) TX 16 (1949–2020) WA 14 (1978–2024) NC 13 (1993–2020) WV 13 (1987–2024) FL 12 (1987–2018) DC 12 (1978–2010) OR 12 (1986–2026) NM 12 (1991–2024) KY 11 (1998–2025) IA 10 (1894–2022) KS 10 (1917–2019) AL 9 (1981–2006) IN 9 (1993–2018) CT 8 (1979–2016) VT 6 (1991–2018) DE 6 (1984–2023) ME 5 (1990–2026) MT 5 (1989–2004) SD 5 (1996–2023) VI 4 (1978–2026) GA 3 (2005–2026) OK 3 (2000–2013) HI 3 (2006–2024) NH 2 (2011–2024)

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