Drone Laws
in New Mexico (2023)

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New Mexico State Drone Laws
These laws apply in the entire state.

Senate Bill 82

Prohibits the use of drones to pursue, harass, drive, rally, or aid in locating or taking of any protected species

Ref Senate Bill 82

 

Senate Bill 348

Prohibits the use of drones within 500 feet of critical infrastructure or in a manner that interferes with the official duties of a first responder.

Ref Senate Bill 348


Critical Facilities

Critical facilities include—but are not limited to—power plants, hospitals, military installations, water
treatment plants, oil and gas facilities, and courthouses, etc.

 

Senate Bill 167

Prohibits any person or state agencies from using drones for unwanted or unauthorized surveillance. This includes any surveillance done without the consent of the individual, property owner, or business being surveilled. An exception applies to state agencies gathering evidence or data grated that they have an official warrant.

Senate Bill 167 has died in committee and is currently not a law in New Mexico.

Ref Senate Bill 167

City and County
Drone Laws
These laws apply in some areas.

There are currently no local drone laws in New Mexico that are implemented in the county, city, or town levels.

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