New Mexico § 16-3-7 - Violations; penalties
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 16-3-7 — Violations; penalties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-3-7. Violations; penalties
Each person is guilty of a misdemeanor who shall: A. willfully mutilate, deface or destroy any guidepost, notice, tablet, fence or other
work which is for the protection or ornamentation of any state trail; B. place along any trail or affix to any object in the right-of-way, without a written
license from the secretary, any word, character or device designed to advertise any
business, trade, profession, article, thing, matter or event; or C. violate any rule or regulation adopted by the secretary in accordance with the
State Rules Act to regulate the use of and prevent damage to lands within and adjacent
to the state trails system.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 16-3-7
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 16-3-7 cover?
Section 16-3-7 ("Violations; penalties") 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 § 16-3-7?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 16-3-7" (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 § 16-3-7 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.
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