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In a landmark decision, the New Mexico Supreme Court ruled today to strike down a controversial state law that restricted access to abortion. The 5-2 decision was met with both praise and condemnation from advocacy groups on both sides of the issue.The law in question, passed by the state legislature in 2023, required minors seeking abortion to obtain parental consent or a court order for the procedure. It also imposed a 24-hour waiting period before the abortion could be performed. Proponents of the law argued that it was necessary to protect the rights of parents and ensure the well-being of minors.However, opponents of the law, including reproductive rights advocates and civil liberties groups, challenged its constitutionality, arguing that it violated the right to privacy and access to abortion guaranteed under the New Mexico Constitution. The case was brought before the state Supreme Court earlier this year, and today's ruling marks the end of a lengthy legal battle.In the majority opinion, Justice Maria Garcia wrote that the law imposed an undue burden on minors seeking abortion and violated their right to make medical decisions about their own bodies. She stated, "The state has no compelling interest in interfering with a minor's decision to seek an abortion, and the requirements of the law significantly impede access to safe and legal abortion care."The ruling was celebrated by reproductive rights advocates, who hailed it as a victory for women's rights and bodily autonomy. Planned Parenthood of New Mexico released a statement praising the decision, saying, "This ruling affirms the right of individuals to make their own healthcare decisions without unnecessary government interference."On the other hand, opponents of the decision, including anti-abortion groups and conservative lawmakers, expressed disappointment and outrage. New Mexico Right to Life issued a statement condemning the court's decision, calling it a "tragic blow to the sanctity of life and the rights of parents."It is unclear at this time whether the state legislature will seek to pass new legislation in response to the court's decision. However, the ruling is likely to have far-reaching implications for the future of reproductive rights in New Mexico and serve as a precedent for similar cases in other states.