Rule 10-313 NMRA
Rule 10-313. Appointment of attorney for child turning fourteen.
A. Duty of guardian ad litem. If a child in an abuse or neglect proceeding is
represented by a guardian ad litem at the time the child reaches the age of fourteen (14)
years of age, the guardian ad litem shall either:
(1)
file a notice of continued representation as attorney for the child; or
(2)
file a motion to request the court appoint an attorney for the child.
B. Advice of rights. At the first appearance of a child in an abuse or neglect
proceeding after the child's fourteenth (14th) birthday, the court shall inquire as to
whether the child is represented by an attorney. If the child is not represented by an
attorney, the court shall appoint an attorney.