New Mexico driver handbook

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   Your Lights ............................................................. ....................................................................... 17 COMMUNICATING ................................................................... .............................................................. 18 L ETTING O

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   the days and hours to which it applies. For example, “HOV 3” means there must be at least three people in the vehicle. Shared Center Lane These center lanes are reserved for making left turns (or U-turns when they are permitted) but can be used by vehicles traveling in both directions. On the pavement, left-turn arrows for traffic in one direction alternate with left-turn

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   • The White Cane Law, 28-7-1 NMSA (1978) enables persons who are blind, visually impaired, or who have other physical disabilities access to all roads and sidewalks. The driver of a vehicle approaching a totally or partially blind pedestrian who is carrying a cane predominantly white or metallic in color, with or without a red tip, or using a guide dog shall take all

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   New Mexico Driver Manual 12 • Drivers overtaking a vehicle traveling in the same direction must yield to that vehicle, even if the vehicle is slowing or coming to a stop.

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   sign, • within 25 ft. of a crosswalk at an intersection, • within 15 ft. of a fire hydrant, • within 50 ft. of a railroad crossing, • more than 18 in. from the curb, • within 20 ft. of a fire station driveway on the same side of the street or within 75 ft. of a driveway on the other side of the

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   30 ft. of a traffic signal, stop sign or yield sign, • within 25 ft. of a crosswalk at an intersection, • within 15 ft. of a fire hydrant, • within 50 ft. of a railroad crossing, • more than 18 in. from the curb, • within 20 ft. of a fire station driveway on the same side of the street or within 75

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   may prohibit or limit parking. Some parking restrictions are indicated by colored curb markings. Do not park: • in an intersection, • on a crosswalk or sidewalk, • in a construction area if your vehicle will block traffic, • within 30 ft. of a traffic signal, stop sign or yield sign, • within 25 ft. of a crosswalk at an intersection, • within 15

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   wheels sharply towards the side of the road or curb. This way, if your vehicle starts to roll downhill, it will roll away from traffic. No-Parking Zones — There are many areas where you cannot park. Check for signs that may prohibit or limit parking. Some parking restrictions are indicated by colored curb markings. Do not park: • in an intersection, • on a

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   of the road or curb. This way, if your vehicle starts to roll downhill, it will roll away from traffic. No-Parking Zones — There are many areas where you cannot park. Check for signs that may prohibit or limit parking. Some parking restrictions are indicated by colored curb markings. Do not park: • in an intersection, • on a crosswalk or sidewalk, • in

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    New Mexico Driver Manual 13 hand side of the road when your driving speed is slower than other vehicles. Speed should be adjusted for adverse conditions and for the type of vehicle and to avoid accidents. P A R K I N G Drivers are responsible for making sure that their vehicle is not a hazard when it is parked. Whenever you park, be

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    not park: • in an intersection, • on a crosswalk or sidewalk, • in a construction area if your vehicle will block traffic, • within 30 ft. of a traffic signal, stop sign or yield sign, • within 25 ft. of a crosswalk at an intersection, • within 15 ft. of a fire hydrant, • within 50 ft. of a railroad crossing, • more

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    the curb removed or lowered for access to the sidewalk, • on a bridge or overpass or in a tunnel or underpass, • on the wrong side of the street, • in a space marked for the handicapped, unless you have a handicap license plate, tag or sticker, • on the road side of a parked vehicle (double parking), • on railroad tracks, or

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    New Mexico Driver Manual 16 Intersections — Intersections are any place where traffic merges or crosses.

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    New Mexico Driver Manual 16 Intersections — Intersections are any place where traffic merges or crosses. They include: cross streets, side streets, driveways and shopping center or parking lot entrances. Before you

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    New Mexico Driver Manual ii Space to Pass 24 ....................................................................................................................................... SHARING THE ROAD 25 .............................................................................................................................

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    Use these hand signals to indicate turning and stopping. Special Considerations for Bicycling in Traffic: • Bicycles may be difficult for motorists to see. Wear bright colors, use proper lighting, and be predictable. • The safest way to ride is as part of the traffic, going with the flow of the normal traffic pattern. • Adults should, and minors must, wear a well-fitting helmet.

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    cab, if available. Alcohol and The Law You are not allowed to buy alcohol, consume alcohol or be in possession of alcohol unless you are 21 years of age. If you are arrested for drinking and driving the penalties are severe. You can be arrested for driving with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08% or more. In New Mexico, if you are under

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    court costs, and you could be sentenced to jail. You will also be ordered to treatment and to install an ignition interlock device on your vehicle. MVD has the authority to revoke your driver’s license. Subsequent DWI convictions will result in increased fines, more jail time, and a longer license revocation. Any DWI conviction will remain on your driving record for twenty-five years. Other

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    dangerous. In New Mexico drivers who have epilepsy, diabetes, adverse heart conditions and other medical problems are required to send the Motor Vehicle Division periodic medical statements signed by their physicians. Consult the Motor Vehicle Division for more information. • Epilepsy—People with epilepsy should have frequent check-ups, practice

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    if requested. • Should the accident involve a parked vehicle, try to find the owner. If you cannot, leave a note in a place where it can be seen with information on how the owner can reach you and the date and time of the accident. Financial Responsibility Law (66-5-205/208)— Motor Vehicle Insurance Everyone who operates a motor vehicle in New Mexico must have

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    New Mexico Driver Manual 1 THE DRIVER LICENSE Anyone operating a motor vehicle or motorcycle on public roadways in the State of New Mexico must have a driver license.

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    5:00am. Unless a licensed driver that is 21 years old or older is in the vehicle, you may not have more than one other passenger under the age of 21 who is not a member of your immediate family in the vehicle. The requirements and restrictions for a Provisional license are as follows: • The driver must complete not less than 50 hours of

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    traffic around you. Once you turn, make sure your signal is off or a driver may pull directly into your path, think you plan to turn again. Use your signals at every turn so drivers can react accordingly. Do not make them guess what you intend to do. Helmet Requirements New Mexico Law requires all motorcycle drivers and passengers under 18 years old to

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    the provisional period. D R I V E R L I C E N S E R E N E WA L Your driver license is valid for either 4 or 8 years. You may renew the license anytime up to 90 days before or 30 days after it expires. You will need to bring your current license and one other proof of identity.

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    New Mexico Driver Manual 2 • The driver must have not been convicted of a traffic violation in the 90 days prior to applying for a provisional license. • The driver may not operate a motor vehicle upon public highways between the hours of midnight and 5:00 AM. A provisional licensee may drive at any hour if: ○ Accompanied by a licensed driver twenty-one