This bill proposes the creation of an additional judgeship in both the First and Second Judicial Districts of New Mexico. Specifically, it amends Section 34-6-4 NMSA 1978 to increase the number of district judges in the First Judicial District from ten to eleven. Similarly, Section 34-6-5 NMSA 1978 is amended to increase the number of district judges in the Second Judicial District from thirty to thirty-one.

The amendments reflect the need for additional judicial resources to address the growing demands of the court system in these districts. By increasing the number of judges, the bill aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of judicial proceedings, ultimately benefiting the residents of New Mexico.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 34-6-5
Final Version: 34-6-4, 34-6-5