2011 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 65: Motor Carriers
Article 2A: Motor Carrier Act, 65-2A-1 through 65-2A-40
Section 65-2A-39: Effect on municipal powers.
65-2A-39. Effect on municipal powers.
Nothing contained in the Motor Carrier Act [65-2A-1 NMSA 1978] shall be construed:
A. to limit or restrict the police jurisdiction or power of a municipality over its streets, highways and public places except as otherwise provided by law;
B. in respect to matters other than rates and service regulations, to repeal a power of a municipality:
(1) to adopt and enforce reasonable police regulations and ordinances in the interest of the public safety, morals and convenience; or
(2) to protect the public against fraud, imposition or oppression by motor carriers within their respective jurisdiction.
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