NM DMV DUI/DWI and Impaired Driving

Question 1

What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for adult drivers in New Mexico?

Accepted Answer

0.08%

Answer

0.05%

Answer

0.10%

Answer

0.12%

Question 2

What is the BAC limit for commercial vehicle drivers in New Mexico?

Accepted Answer

0.04%

Answer

0.08%

Answer

0.06%

Answer

0.02%

Question 3

What is the zero tolerance BAC limit for drivers under 21 in New Mexico?

Accepted Answer

0.02%

Answer

0.08%

Answer

0.04%

Answer

0.00%

Question 4

What is New Mexico's 'implied consent' law?

Accepted Answer

By driving on New Mexico roads, drivers consent to chemical testing for alcohol or drugs if lawfully stopped

Answer

Drivers implicitly consent to follow all traffic laws when licensed

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Drivers consent to vehicle searches at any time

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Passengers consent to field sobriety tests if asked

Question 5

What happens if a New Mexico driver refuses a breathalyzer test when lawfully requested?

Accepted Answer

Their license is automatically revoked for at least one year

Answer

Nothing — refusal has no legal consequences

Answer

They are immediately arrested and jailed

Answer

The officer must get a warrant before any consequences apply

Question 6

What is an ignition interlock device (IID) and when is it required in New Mexico?

Accepted Answer

A breath-test device connected to the ignition that prevents a vehicle from starting if alcohol is detected, required after DUI convictions

Answer

A GPS tracker required for all first-time drivers

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A speed limiter installed on teen drivers' vehicles

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A remote shutdown device for commercial vehicles