New Mexico § 66-3-901 - Vehicles without required equipment or in unsafe condition
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 66-3-901 — Vehicles without required equipment or in unsafe condition, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 66-3-901. Vehicles without required equipment or in unsafe condition
A. A person shall not drive or move on any highway any motor vehicle, trailer, semitrailer
or pole trailer or any combination thereof unless the equipment upon every vehicle
is in good working order and adjustment as required in the Motor Vehicle Code and
the vehicle is in such safe mechanical condition as not to endanger the driver or
other occupant or any person upon the highway. B. A person who violates the provisions of this section is guilty of a penalty assessment
misdemeanor.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 66-3-901
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 66-3-901 cover?
Section 66-3-901 ("Vehicles without required equipment or in unsafe condition") is part of the New Mexico Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of New Mexico. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Mexico § 66-3-901?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 66-3-901" (New Mexico). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Mexico law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Mexico official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Mexico attorney.
How does New Mexico § 66-3-901 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Mexico can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in New Mexico.