New Mexico § 66-3-705 - Riding on roadways and bicycle paths
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 66-3-705 — Riding on roadways and bicycle paths, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 66-3-705. Riding on roadways and bicycle paths
A. Every person operating a bicycle upon a roadway shall ride as near to the right
side of the roadway as practicable, exercising due care when passing a standing vehicle
or one proceeding in the same direction. B. Persons riding bicycles upon a roadway shall not ride more than two abreast except
on paths or parts of roadways set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles. C. Notwithstanding any provision of this section, no bicycle shall be operated on
any roadway in a manner that would create a public safety hazard.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 66-3-705
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 66-3-705 cover?
Section 66-3-705 ("Riding on roadways and bicycle paths") 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 § 66-3-705?
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