CERTAIN CHARACTERS ON LICENSE PLATES

New Mexico's SB 128 prohibits special license plates from displaying characters that are derogatory, offensive, obscene, vulgar, sexually explicit, profane, or that promote drugs, alcohol, violence, or gang affiliation. It directly affects vehicle owners who apply for special registration plates by requiring the state division to block any plate design violating these standards. The bill amends existing law to add specific content restrictions, giving the division authority to determine prohibited material under four clear categories. This change applies to all special plates issued under current rules, without altering the $15 annual fee or renewal process.