New Mexico Supreme Court Rules Confession Video Inadmissible
The New Mexico Supreme Court ruled that body camera footage of Alexee Trevizo's confession about placing a newborn in a trash can cannot be used as evidence. The court determined that physician-patient privilege was not waived, as Trevizo was not…
Atlanta, GA, August 2, 2026 —
The New Mexico Supreme Court has ruled that body camera footage documenting a confession made by Alexee Trevizo, who is accused of placing a newborn in a trash can, cannot be used as evidence in her case. The court’s decision hinges on the principle of physician-patient privilege.
In its ruling, the state’s highest court determined that physician-patient privilege was not waived by Trevizo. The court found that Trevizo was not in a condition to provide consent for the disclosure of her medical information when police were present, along with her mother. This lack of capacity to consent is central to the court’s decision to exclude the confession video.
The case involves a sensitive accusation, and the admissibility of evidence is a critical component of the legal proceedings. The supreme court’s interpretation of physician-patient privilege means that the recorded confession will not be presented to a jury. Further details regarding the specific circumstances leading to Trevizo’s confession or her medical condition at the time were not provided.
The New Mexico Supreme Court’s ruling on this matter has significant implications for the use of confessions obtained under potentially compromised circumstances, particularly when medical information is involved. The court’s focus on the ability to consent to the waiver of privilege underscores the legal protections afforded to individuals in sensitive situations.
Story summarized from the original created by Amanda Alvarado on www.atlantanewsfirst.com, see more information here.
