New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez secured a $375 million settlement from Meta in a landmark child safety case earlier this year, marking one of the largest penalties against a social media company for alleged violations related to protecting minors on its platforms.

The settlement represents a significant victory for state authorities seeking to hold technology companies accountable for child safety measures on their platforms. The case focused on Meta's handling of content and safety protocols affecting underage users across its social media properties.

However, the legal proceedings are not concluded. Beginning Monday, attorneys representing both Meta and New Mexico returned to court for the next phase of litigation, which could potentially result in additional financial penalties or operational changes for the social media giant.

Legal experts suggest this case could establish important precedents for how states can pursue enforcement actions against major technology companies regarding child safety compliance. The outcome may influence similar cases being pursued by other state attorneys general.

The settlement amount of $375 million represents one of the largest financial penalties imposed on Meta by a single state jurisdiction, though the company has faced various regulatory challenges and settlements in recent years related to privacy and safety practices across its platforms.