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Timing and Restrictions on Responses and Replies

D.N.M. Local Rule 47.8

a. Timing. A response must be served within fourteen (14) days after service of the motion. A reply must be served within fourteen (14) days after service of the response. These time periods are computed in accordance with Rule 45(a) thru (c) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure and may be extended by the Court. b. Surreply. The filing of a surreply requires leave of the Court. c. Expedited Briefing. When the Court orders an expedited briefing schedule, briefs and any supporting papers must be served on each party by the most expeditious reasonable method of service.
Official source: https://www.nmd.uscourts.gov/sites/nmd/files/local_rules/Local%20Rules%20of%20Criminal%20P · retrieved 2026-07-23