New Mexico court fines Meta $567 million for child safety violations, total fines reach $942 million

Aug 7, 2026

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A New Mexico court has ordered Meta to pay an additional $567 million for issues related to child safety and social media addiction, bringing the total fines to $942 million. The ruling mandates changes to Meta's platform usage for minors in the state, including restrictions on notifications and usage hours.

A New Mexico judge imposed a $567 million fine on Meta, adding to a previous $375 million penalty, totaling $942 million.
The court requires Meta to implement changes, such as removing Like counts for users under 18 without parental approval and limiting push notifications for minors between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m.
Usage for underaged users is restricted to 90 hours per month, approximately three hours daily.
The judge noted that Meta contributes significantly to mental health issues among youth in New Mexico and described the company's actions as a public nuisance.
Meta plans to appeal the ruling, asserting its commitment to user safety and transparency regarding harmful content.
New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez emphasized that the judgment holds Meta accountable for the harm caused to children and families in the state.
This ruling follows a similar decision in Los Angeles and comes amid multiple lawsuits against Meta from various states, including a joint case involving 33 states in California.

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New Mexico court fines Meta $567 million for child safety violations, total fines reach $942 million

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