New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 8 - SOCIAL SERVICES
Chapter 50 - CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM
Part 130 - ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS
Section 8.50.130.17 - NOTICE OF HEARING

As early as possible and not less than 15 days prior to the hearing, written notice is sent by the administrative law judge to all parties involved in the hearing. The notice shall set forth the time, date and place of the hearing. Arrangements will be made to ensure that the hearing process is accessible to and accommodates the appellant, as long as the appellant provides at least 10 days advance notice to the administrative law judge of the need for reasonable accommodations. The notice of hearing includes an explanation of the hearing process and limitation of the scope of the hearing, the procedures to be followed during the hearing, and notification that the appellant should be ready to produce any required witnesses at the hearing or secure legal counsel prior to the hearing. The appellant is told that neither the department nor the Title IV-D agency will pay for any representation or legal counsel for appellant or for any hearing costs. The issuance of a notice of hearing by the administrative law judge shall act to stay the administrative action, pending the issuance of a ruling.