New Mexico § 66-5-12 - Release from liability
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 66-5-12 — Release from liability, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 66-5-12. Release from liability
Any person who has signed the application of a minor for an instruction permit, a
driver's license or provisional license may thereafter file with the division a verified
written request that the license of the minor so granted be canceled. Thereupon, the division shall cancel the license of the minor, and the person who
signed the application of the minor shall be relieved from the liability imposed under
this article, by reason of having signed the application, on account of any subsequent
negligence or willful misconduct of the minor in operating a motor vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 66-5-12
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 66-5-12 cover?
Section 66-5-12 ("Release from liability") 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 § 66-5-12?
A common citation format is "New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 66-5-12" (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 § 66-5-12 apply to my situation?
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