CHANGE IN CAUSE OF DEATH DISCLOSURE EXCEPTION

Summary

The bill amends New Mexico's public records law to add a new exemption for audio or video recordings that inform a family member that the cause of death has changed, unless the recipient consents. It applies to law‑enforcement agencies handling such notifications, protecting the privacy of grieving families. The change aims to keep sensitive death‑notification information confidential.

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