New Mexico Statutes > Chapter 45 > Article 5A > Part 3
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| § 45-5A-301 | Transfer of guardianship or conservatorship to another state |
| § 45-5A-302 | Accepting guardianship or conservatorship transferred from another state |
Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes > Chapter 45 > Article 5A > Part 3
- 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.