New Mexico § 66-7-408 - Trailers and towed vehicles
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 66-7-408 — Trailers and towed vehicles, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 66-7-408. Trailers and towed vehicles
A. When one vehicle is towing another the drawbar or other connection shall be of
sufficient strength to pull all weight towed thereby. When a combination of vehicles are engaged in transporting poles, pipe, machinery
or other objects of structural nature which cannot readily be dismembered, the load
shall be distributed so as to equalize the weights on the axle of each vehicle insofar
as possible. B. When one vehicle is towing another and the connection consists of a chain, rope
or cable, there shall be displayed upon such connection a white flag or cloth not
less than twelve inches square.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 66-7-408
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 66-7-408 cover?
Section 66-7-408 ("Trailers and towed vehicles") 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 § 66-7-408?
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