New Mexico § 34-1-10 - Judicial compensation commission; creation; membership; duties
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 34-1-10 — Judicial compensation commission; creation; membership; duties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 34-1-10. Judicial compensation commission; creation; membership; duties
A. The “judicial compensation commission” is created to recommend salaries for judges
of the magistrate courts, metropolitan courts, district courts and courts of appeals
and justices of the supreme court. B. The judicial compensation commission shall be composed of five members and one
chairperson as follows: (1) the dean of the university of New Mexico school of law, who shall serve as chairperson
and vote only in the event of a tie vote; (2) the president of the state bar of New Mexico, or the president's designee; (3) one member appointed by the governor; (4) one member appointed by the president pro tempore of the senate; (5) one member appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives; and (6) one member appointed by the chief justice of the supreme court. C. The initial appointee of the governor shall serve for three years, the initial
appointees of the president pro tempore and the speaker of the house shall serve for
two years and the initial appointee of the chief justice shall serve for one year. All subsequent appointments shall be made for three-year terms. D. The commission is administratively attached to the administrative office of the
courts. Staff and meeting rooms shall be provided by the administrative office of the courts. The commission may employ experts to provide analysis and data upon which to base
its recommendations. E. The commission shall meet at the call of the chairperson not less than annually. The meetings shall be open to the public. F. Members of the commission shall receive per diem and mileage as provided in the
Per Diem and Mileage Act and shall receive no other compensation, perquisite or allowance. G. On or before December 1 of each year, the commission shall report to the legislative
finance committee and the department of finance and administration its findings and
recommendations on salaries for judges and justices.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 34-1-10
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 34-1-10 cover?
Section 34-1-10 ("Judicial compensation commission; creation; membership; duties") 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 § 34-1-10?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 34-1-10" (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 § 34-1-10 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Mexico can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in New Mexico.