N.M. Const. art. VI, § 4
- Constitution
- Constitution of New Mexico
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
[Supreme court; selection of chief justice.] The supreme court of the state shall consist of at least five justices who shall be chosen as provided in this constitution. One of the justices shall be selected as chief justice as provided by law. (As amended November 8, 1988.)
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