Section 65-2A-39 - Effect on municipal powers. - New Mexico Statutes

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.