(A) Removal of barricades consists of knowingly or willfully removing, destroying, or interfering with any barrier, guard, or light placed before or at any dangerous place in or near the streets, sidewalks, or ways of the city for the purpose of warning or protecting travelers from injury or damage. Removal after the danger has ceased and temporary removal to allow the passage of a vehicle with immediate subsequent replacement shall not be considered unlawful.
(B) Whoever commits removal of barricades is guilty of violating this section.
(1981 Code, § 16-34) (Ord. 579, passed 1-28-1969) Penalty, see § 130.999
Statutory reference:
Authority of city as to streets, sidewalks, and public grounds generally, see NMSA § 3-49-1