Congratulations Class of 2026!

Law Day May 1, 2026

Law Day celebrates rule of law and its role in the American Dream In a proclamation celebrating Law Day on Friday, Supreme Court Chief Justice Julie J. Vargas encourages New Mexicans “to reflect on the essential role the rule of law plays in securing the promise of the American Dream.” “As proclaimed in the Declaration… Seguir leyendo Law Day May 1, 2026

Justice Julie J. Vargas takes oath of office as Chief Justice

Chief Justice Chief Justice Vargas was sworn into office after being elected by her colleagues on the Court to a two-year term. She is the 44th person to serve as Chief Justice of the state’s highest court. She succeeds Justice David K. Thomson, who had been Chief Justice since 2024. Link to Livestream Full Press… Seguir leyendo Justice Julie J. Vargas takes oath of office as Chief Justice

Best Live Civics Education Forum – Supreme Court Rule of Law Program in Portales April 1, 2026!

Consider this an invitation for students to learn about and witness the role of the judicial system in our democracy by participating in the New Mexico Supreme Court’s sixth annual Rule of Law Program! Students may attend in person or virtually watch as attorneys explain their positions on the legal issues in a case and… Seguir leyendo Best Live Civics Education Forum – Supreme Court Rule of Law Program in Portales April 1, 2026!

Supreme Court of New Mexico Day is January 10th

The public is invited to attend a ceremony on Thursday, January 8th to celebrate the 114th anniversary of the establishment of New Mexico’s highest court at the historic courthouse on Thursday, January 8th at 1 p.m. or watch the livestream here. Justice Michael E. Vigil will speak about the history of the Court and its… Seguir leyendo Supreme Court of New Mexico Day is January 10th

Beware of Scams!

Have you been contacted by a person claiming to be a court employee who states that you are not in compliance with an order of the court because you missed a court date or did not pay? Keep yourself safe from cyber criminals imitating court telephone numbers (“spoofing”) who demand payment! Anyone who receives a… Seguir leyendo Beware of Scams!