SEALED JUVENILE RECORD & PRETRIAL DETENTION

Summary

The legislation amends New Mexico law on sealing juvenile records, setting clear criteria for when records can be sealed and how agencies must be notified. It also allows a party in a bail, release, or sentencing hearing to refer to the fact that a sealed juvenile record exists, without disclosing its contents except in limited situations. The changes aim to protect former juveniles’ privacy while still giving courts relevant information for public‑safety decisions.

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