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A. A child subject to the provisions of the Children's Code is entitled to the same basic rights as an adult, except as otherwise provided in the Children's Code.
B. A person afforded rights under the Children's Code shall be advised of those rights at that person's first appearance before the court on a petition under the Children's Code.
C. An eligible adult retains all of the basic rights of an adult while receiving services pursuant to the fostering connections program.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New Mexico Statutes Chapter 32A. Children's Code § 32A-1-16. Basic rights - last updated May 06, 2021 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nm/chapter-32a-childrens-code/nm-st-sect-32a-1-16/
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