Quiet hours in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM — also called the noise ordinance, nighttime noise rules, or residential quiet time — define the hours during which excessive noise is prohibited.
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque enforces noise control under village ordinances and NMSA §30-20-1 (disturbing the peace). Unreasonable noise that disturbs the peace is a petty misdemeanor under state law. Village Code Enforcement handles complaints at (505) 344-6582.
Los Ranchos 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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