FREE NM DMV Penalties and Fees Questions and Answers

Question 1

If you fail to renew your vehicle registration in New Mexico by the due date, which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

You may be charged a late fee of $10 for every month it's overdue.

Answer

There are no late fees for vehicle registration.

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Your vehicle will be automatically impounded.

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You will be charged a one-time late fee of $50 regardless of how long it's overdue.

Question 2

Which of the following happens if you fail to provide proof of insurance for your vehicle to the NM DMV?

Accepted Answer

Your vehicle registration will be suspended.

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You will be fined $100 immediately.

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You will be allowed to continue driving for 30 days without penalty.

Answer

You will receive a warning but no fines or penalties.

Question 3

What is the penalty for driving with a suspended license in New Mexico?

Accepted Answer

$300 fine and possible jail time

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$50 fine

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Imprisonment of up to 30 days

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No penalty if it’s your first offense

Question 4

If a driver accumulates too many points on their driving record in New Mexico, which of the following penalties could they face?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Answer

Mandatory defensive driving course

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Driver's license suspension

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Increased insurance premiums

Question 5

How much is the reinstatement fee if your vehicle registration is suspended due to failure to provide proof of insurance in New Mexico?

Accepted Answer

$50

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$25

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$100

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$150