Section 57-25-2 - Definitions. - New Mexico Statutes

57-25-2. Definitions.

As used in the Carnival Ride Insurance Act [57-25-1 to 57-25-6 NMSA 1978]:   

A.     "carnival ride" means any mechanical device, aquatic device or combination of devices that carries or conveys passengers on, along, around, through or over a fixed or restricted route or course or within a defined area for the purpose of giving its passengers amusement, pleasure, thrills or excitement, including bungee jumping facilities and state fair rides, but does not include playground equipment, a single-passenger, coin-operated device secured by a stationary foundation or a small promotional event or operation consisting of fewer than six kiddie rides designed for children twelve years of age or younger, including merry-go-rounds;   

B.     "department" means the regulation and licensing department;   

C.     "inspection" means a physical examination of a carnival ride by an inspector of the regulation and licensing department prior to issuing a certificate of inspection, including reinspection;   

D.     "operator" means a person actually engaged in or directly controlling the operation of a carnival ride; and   

E.     "owner" means a person, including the state or any political subdivision of the state, who owns or leases a carnival ride.