New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 18 - TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS
Chapter 3 - MOTOR CARRIER GENERAL PROVISIONS
Part 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS
Section 18.3.1.13 - INSPECTIONS AND INVESTIGATIONS

Universal Citation: 18 NM Admin Code 18.3.1.13

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024

A. Inspections: The department may inspect a motor carrier's operations for legal compliance at any time and without prior notice, regardless of the status of the motor carrier's operating authority.

B. Investigations: A full or partial investigation may be initiated if an inspection reveals, or the department otherwise is alerted to, a possible violation by the motor carrier of an applicable law or prior department order.

C. Findings and Remedies:

(1) Within 30 days following an inspection, the department shall provide a written report to a motor carrier outlining any required corrective measures and timelines. Failure to timely address the identified deficiencies may result in further proceedings and penalties, as provided by law;

(2) The department may issue a red tag or cease and desist order at the time of inspection or investigation if immediate action is required by the motor carrier to avert the identified dangers or risks to public safety. Failure to take immediate action to discontinue, remedy or prevent the violations may result in the immediate suspension of all operations and other penalties, as provided by law;

(3) A motor carrier that obstructs or prohibits an inspection or investigation of any of its operations or applicable records shall be deemed a risk to the public safety and be subject to an immediate cease and desist order for all or part of its operations.

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