New Mexico has no statewide law specifically addressing electric scooter use. HB 282, introduced in 2019 to define "electric foot scooters" and treat them like bicycles, died in the House Judiciary Committee and was never enacted. No replacement bills have been introduced in subsequent legislative sessions through 2026.
Municipal Regulation: In the absence of state law, individual cities set their own rules. Albuquerque has ordinance O-24-14 governing shared scooter services. Other cities may have different approaches or no specific ordinances at all.
DWI Applicability: E-scooters fall under the "vehicle" definition for DWI purposes, meaning DWI laws apply to riders.
What This Means: Without statewide legislation, riders operate in a legal gray area. No state-level license, registration, helmet, or age requirements exist because there is no law to impose them. Check with your local municipality before riding.