Quiet hours in Bernalillo County, NM — also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time — define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
Bernalillo County Code Chapter 30, Article IV (Noise) establishes noise regulations for unincorporated areas. State law NMSA §30-20-1 also applies — disturbing the peace is a petty misdemeanor with fines up to $500. County noise complaints handled by Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office.
Bernalillo County municipal code establishes quiet hours and residential noise limits. NMSA §30-20-1 provides statewide enforcement for unreasonable noise as a petty misdemeanor. Most New Mexico cities set residential limits around 50 to 60 dBA at the property line. Exemptions for emergency vehicles and city operations. NMED handles industrial noise complaints at the state level. Enforcement through local police non-emergency line.
First offense: warning or citation $100 to $500. Petty misdemeanor under NMSA §30-20-1: up to $500 fine and/or 6 months jail.
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