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Traffic courts (also known as municipal courts) are generally courts that are dedicated to prosecuting and resolving tickets or citations for traffic, parking, driver’s license, liability insurance, defective equipment (headlights, brake lights, turning lights, etc.), and license plate violations. These are usually lower level misdemeanor offenses (as opposed to felony offenses).

In New Mexico, traffic courts, often referred to as municipal courts, are local courts that handle various traffic-related offenses. These courts deal with infractions such as speeding, parking violations, driver's license issues, mandatory liability insurance violations, and equipment violations like malfunctioning lights. The offenses typically addressed in these courts are misdemeanors, which are less serious than felonies and usually do not involve significant bodily harm or large-scale property damage. Penalties for these misdemeanors can include fines, points on a driver's license, and sometimes driver's education courses or community service. More serious traffic offenses, such as DWI (driving while intoxicated), may be handled by higher courts and can carry more severe penalties. It's important to note that procedures and penalties can vary by jurisdiction within the state, and an attorney can provide specific guidance on how to handle a traffic citation in New Mexico's traffic court system.

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