A. An individual or entity claiming to be aggrieved by a violation of the Reproductive and Gender-Affirming Health Care Protection Act may file an action in district court for appropriate relief, including temporary, preliminary or permanent injunctive relief, compensatory damages or punitive damages, or for the sum of ten thousand dollars ($10,000) per violation, whichever is greater. Claims may be brought against a public body or third party that intentionally, knowingly, willingly or recklessly released information related to a protected health care activity.

Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 24-35-8

  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.

B. In an action brought pursuant to Subsection A of this section, the district court shall award a prevailing plaintiff reasonable attorney fees and costs.