New Mexico Statutes

§ 66-5-17 — Use of license for identification

New Mexico § 66-5-17
JurisdictionNew Mexico
Ch. 66Motor Vehicles
Art. 5Licensing of Operators and Chauffeurs; Financial

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N.M. Stat. Ann. § 66-5-17 (2026).

Text

In any criminal prosecution, civil action or administrative proceeding charging violation of a statute, ordinance or regulation concerning the sale, consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages involving minors, proof that the person charged, in good faith, demanded and was shown a valid driver's license shall be valid defense to such prosecution, civil action or administrative proceeding.

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Legislative History

1953 Comp., § 64-5-17, enacted by Laws 1978, ch. 35, § 239.

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