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Facts
The case involves a petition for a writ of certiorari filed by the Defendant-Petitioner, seeking review of a decision by the New Mexico Court of Appeals. The underlying facts of the case, including the events leading to the legal dispute, are not provided in the decision.
Procedural History
- New Mexico Court of Appeals, November 19, 1999: Issued a memorandum opinion. The content of the holding is not provided.
Parties' Submissions
- Plaintiff-Respondent: [Not applicable or not found]
- Defendant-Petitioner: [Not applicable or not found]
Legal Issues
- Whether the petition for a writ of certiorari should be granted to review the issues raised by the Defendant-Petitioner.
- Whether the issues presented in the petition warrant further briefing and oral argument.
Disposition
- The Supreme Court of New Mexico granted the petition for a writ of certiorari to review the decision of the New Mexico Court of Appeals.
- The Court ordered expedited briefing and scheduled oral arguments for June 2000.
Reasons
Per Chief Justice Pamela B. Minzner (Justices Joseph F. Baca, Gene E. Franchini, Patricio M. Serna, and Petra Jimenez Maes concurring):
The Court determined that the petition for a writ of certiorari raised issues warranting review. The Court granted the petition and directed the parties to file briefs addressing the memorandum opinion issued by the New Mexico Court of Appeals on November 19, 1999. An expedited briefing schedule was established, and oral arguments were scheduled to ensure timely resolution of the matter. Additionally, the district court was ordered to file the transcript of proceedings and exhibits from the underlying case. (headnotes)