New Mexico § 60-15-13 - Civil and administrative penalties
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 60-15-13 — Civil and administrative penalties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 60-15-13. Civil and administrative penalties
A. A person who engages in unlicensed operation may be assessed an administrative
penalty not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). B. An employer, firm, partnership, corporation, association or other organization
that knowingly violates the provisions of the Crane Operators Safety Act may be assessed
an administrative penalty not to exceed five thousand dollars ($5,000). C. Any licensed crane operator who violates a provision of the Crane Operators Safety
Act may be assessed an administrative penalty not to exceed five thousand dollars
($5,000). D. The department may bring an action in a court of competent jurisdiction to enforce
the provisions of or to enjoin a person from violating the provisions of the Crane
Operators Safety Act. If the court finds that a violation has occurred, the person who committed the violation
shall be liable for the expenses incurred by the department in investigating and enforcing
the provisions of that act plus reasonable attorney fees and costs associated with
court action.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 60-15-13
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 60-15-13 cover?
Section 60-15-13 ("Civil and administrative 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 § 60-15-13?
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Is this the official text of New Mexico law?
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How does New Mexico § 60-15-13 apply to my situation?
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