New Mexico § 66-1-4.10 - Definitions

§ 66-1-4.10. Definitions

As used in the Motor Vehicle Code: A. “ laned roadway ” means a roadway that is divided into two or more clearly marked lanes for vehicular

traffic; B. “ law enforcement agency designated by the division ” means the law enforcement agency indicated on the dismantler's notification form

as the appropriate agency for the receipt of the appropriate copy of that form; C. “ lawful status ” means the legal right to be present in the United States, as that phrase is used

in the federal REAL ID Act of 2005; 1 D. “ license ”, without modification, means any license, permit or driving authorization card issued

by a state or other jurisdiction recognized under the laws of New Mexico pertaining

to the authorizing of persons to operate motor vehicles and includes a REAL ID-compliant

driver's license and a standard driver's license; E. “ lien ” or “ encumbrance ” means every chattel mortgage, conditional sales contract, lease, purchase lease,

sales lease, contract, security interest under the Uniform Commercial Code or other

instrument in writing having the effect of a mortgage or lien or encumbrance upon,

or intended to hold, the title to any vehicle in the former owner, possessor or grantor;

and F. “ local authorities ” means every county, municipality and any local board or body having authority to

enact laws relating to traffic under the constitution and laws of this state. 1

8 U.S.C.A. § 1778 et seq.