New Mexico § 61-1-11 - Rules of evidence
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 61-1-11 — Rules of evidence, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 61-1-11. Rules of evidence
A. In proceedings held under the Uniform Licensing Act, boards and hearing officers
may admit any evidence and may give probative effect to evidence that is of a kind
commonly relied on by reasonably prudent people in the conduct of serious affairs. Boards and hearing officers may in their discretion exclude incompetent, irrelevant,
immaterial and unduly repetitious evidence. In proceedings involving the suspension or revocation of a license, rules of privilege
shall be applicable to the same extent as in proceedings before the courts of this
state. Documentary evidence may be received in the form of copies or excerpts. B. Boards and hearing officers may take notice of judicially cognizable facts and
in addition may take notice of general, technical or scientific facts within their
specialized knowledge. When any board or hearing officer takes notice of a fact, the applicant or licensee
shall be notified either before or during the hearing of the fact so noticed and its
source and shall be afforded an opportunity to contest the fact so noticed. C. Boards and hearing officers may utilize their experience, technical competence
and specialized knowledge in the evaluation of evidence presented to them.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 61-1-11
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 61-1-11 cover?
Section 61-1-11 ("Rules of evidence") is part of the New Mexico Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of New Mexico. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Mexico § 61-1-11?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 61-1-11" (New Mexico). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Mexico law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Mexico official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Mexico attorney.
How does New Mexico § 61-1-11 apply to my situation?
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