An emancipated minor is any person sixteen years of age or older who:
A. has entered into a valid marriage, whether or not the marriage was terminated by dissolution;
B. is on active duty with any of the armed forces of the United States of America; or
C. has received a declaration of emancipation pursuant to the Emancipation of Minors Act.
History: Laws 1995, ch. 206, ยง 49.
Structure 2021 New Mexico Statutes
Article 21 - Emancipation of Minors
Section 32A-21-1 - Short title.
Section 32A-21-2 - Legislative findings and purpose.
Section 32A-21-3 - Emancipated minors; description.
Section 32A-21-4 - Emancipation by declaration.
Section 32A-21-5 - Over the age of majority; purposes.
Section 32A-21-6 - Public entitlement of emancipated minors.
Section 32A-21-7 - Declaration of Emancipation; petition; contents; notice; mandate.