# The case will be tried before a judge in Sante Fe on the basis of “public nuisance law” The trial stems from a lawsuit previously filed by New Mexico Attorney ‌ General Raúl Torrez.

*web3 · news · 2026-05-02 · The News International*

## Key points

- New Mexico's trial will determine if Meta platforms constitute a public nuisance under state law.
- The state seeks mandatory age verification and to end autoplay and infinite scrolling for minors.
- Meta threatens to withdraw services from New Mexico if court-mandated changes are too restrictive.
- New Mexico seeks about $3.7 billion in damages to fund a 15-year youth mental health plan.

**Companies:** Meta Platforms
**Countries:** United States

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