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State and Statute: New Mexico, Stats. §§ 32A-4-1 et seq.
What Is Reportable "Abuse": Physical, sexual, sexual exploitation, or mental abuse or neglect by a child's parent, guardian, or custodian. [32A-4-2 and 32A-4-3(A)]
Mandatory Reporters Any person, including clergy, school officials, and school teachers. [32A-4-3(A)]
How and Where to Report: (1) A local law enforcement agency, (2) the children, youth and families department, or (3) tribal law enforcement or social services agencies for any Indian child residing in Indian country. [32A-4-3(A)]
Timeline to Report: Immediately. [32A-4-3(A)]
Clergy Privilege: A "member of the clergy who has information that is not privileged as a matter of law" is required to report. [32A-4-3(A)]
Penalty for Knowingly Failing to Report: Misdemeanor. [32A-4-3(F)]
Civil Liability for Failure to Report Recognized? No statute recognizes ...
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