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New Mexico CourtsSeek Public Input on on Access to Judicial Services and Buildings in Bernalillo County

Public Invited to Provide Input 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. October 17, 2024

Albuquerque, NM – The New Mexico court system continues its statewide evaluation of access to services and judicial buildings by people with disabilities in the Second Judicial District of Bernalillo County with an opportunity for the public to provide input from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on October 17th at the 111 Lomas Blvd. NW. Suite 300, Albuquerque, NM 87102.

The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) has contracted with Altura Solutions to develop an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan.

The evaluation work includes a survey of New Mexicans across the state to help determine the extent to which individuals with disabilities may be restricted in their access to courthouses and services across New Mexico. The first survey started in the Third Judicial District of Dona Ana County in early July.

This initiative underscores the New Mexico Judiciary’s dedication to ensuring equal access and opportunities for all people in the state,.

The ADA is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination in access to jobs, public accommodations, government services, public transportation, and telecommunications.

Development of the ADA Transition Plan will include in-person assessments of buildings and court services. Through extensive data collection, analysis, and public engagement, the project plan will outline a strategic framework to identify, prioritize, and address barriers to accessibility in the New Mexico court system.

The ADA improvement project began in the Third Judicial District on July 7, 2024, and is proceeding throughout the state. Altura Solutions will conduct site assessments and actively seek input from stakeholders on areas that may be in need of ADA enhancements. Learn more about the project at www.accessforall-nmcourts.com/ contact access@alturalp.com.

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About The Judicial Branch of New Mexico

The Judicial Branch of New Mexico includes the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, 34 district courts, 46 magistrate courts, the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court, and the Administrative Office of the Courts. Under state law, counties provide courthouses for the district courts. To learn more about the Americans with Disability Act Title II and the New Mexico Judiciary’s commitment to equal access visit https://nmcourts.gov/ada- accommodations/.

About Altura Solutions, LLC

Altura Solutions is a leading accessibility consulting firm, dedicated to advancing ADA compliance and creating accessible environments nationwide. Altura delivers innovative and high-quality solutions that transform spaces and communities. Altura Solutions is leading the 2024 New Mexico ADA Transition Project, which will ensure that all NM court facilities are ADA-compliant. Visit www.alturalp.com for more information.

Media Contacts

Administrative Office of the Courts Media Contact: Barry Massey (he/him/his) | bmassey@nmcourts.gov

Altura Solutions Media Contact: Tom Garrity (he/him/his), The Garrity Group Public Relations | news@garritypr.com

Media Contact
Name: Barry Massey
Phone: (505) 898-8689
Email: bmassey@nmcourts.gov

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