§ 24-21-1 Short title
§ 24-21-2 Definitions
§ 24-21-3 Genetic analysis prohibited without informed consent;
§ 24-21-4 Genetic discrimination prohibited
§ 24-21-5 Rights of retention
§ 24-21-6 Penalties
§ 24-21-7 Application of act

Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes > Chapter 24 > Article 21 - Genetic Information Privacy

  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
  • Jurisdiction: (1) The legal authority of a court to hear and decide a case. Concurrent jurisdiction exists when two courts have simultaneous responsibility for the same case. (2) The geographic area over which the court has authority to decide cases.