New Mexico § 66-7-352.5 - Unauthorized use; penalties
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 66-7-352.5 — Unauthorized use; penalties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 66-7-352.5. Unauthorized use; penalties
A. It is unlawful for any person to park a motor vehicle not displaying a special
registration plate or a parking placard issued pursuant to Section 66-3-16 NMSA 1978 in a designated accessible parking space for persons with significant mobility limitation. B. It is unlawful for any person to park a motor vehicle in such a manner so as to
block access to: (1) any part of a curb cut designed for access by persons with significant mobility
limitation; or (2) a designated accessible parking space for persons with significant mobility limitation. C. A person convicted of violating Subsection A or B of this section is subject to
a fine of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250) or more than five hundred
dollars ($500). Failure to properly display a parking placard or special registration plate issued
pursuant to Section 66-3-16 NMSA 1978 is not a defense against a charge of violation of Subsection A or B of this section. D. A vehicle parked in violation of Subsection A or B of this section is subject to
being towed at the expense of the vehicle owner upon authorization by law enforcement
personnel or by the property owner or manager of a parking lot. E. A law enforcement officer may issue a citation or authorize towing of a vehicle
for a violation of Subsection A or B of this section regardless of the presence of
the driver.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 66-7-352.5
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 66-7-352.5 cover?
Section 66-7-352.5 ("Unauthorized use; 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 § 66-7-352.5?
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Is this the official text of New Mexico law?
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How does New Mexico § 66-7-352.5 apply to my situation?
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