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2011 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 43: Commitment Procedures
Article 1: Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities, 43-1-1 through 43-1-25
Section 43-1-23: Violation of clients' rights.
NM Stat § 43-1-23 (1996 through 1st Sess 50th Legis) What's This?
43-1-23. Violation of clients' rights.
Any client who believes that his rights, as established by this code or by the constitution of the United States or of New Mexico, have been violated shall have a right to petition the court for redress. The client shall be represented by counsel. The court shall grant relief as is appropriate, subject to the provisions of the Tort Claims Act [41-4-1 NMSA 1978].
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