Section 66-7-401 - Scope and effect of article [part]. - New Mexico Statutes

66-7-401. Scope and effect of article [part].

A.     It is a misdemeanor for any person to drive or move, or for the owner, lessee or other person directing the operation to cause or permit to be driven or moved, on any highway any vehicle or vehicles of a size or weight exceeding the limitations stated in Sections 66-7-401 through 66-7-416 NMSA 1978 or otherwise in violation of said sections, and the maximum size and weight of vehicles herein specified shall be lawful throughout this state, and local authorities shall have no power or authority to alter said limitations except as express authority may be granted in said sections.   

B.     The provisions of Sections 66-7-401 through 66-7-416 NMSA 1978 governing size, weight and load shall not apply to fire apparatus, road machinery engaged in highway construction or maintenance or to implements of husbandry, including farm tractors, temporarily moved upon a highway, or to a vehicle operated under the terms of a special permit issued as herein provided.