New Mexico Statutes Chapter 57. Trade Practices and Regulations § 57-25-2. Definitions

A. “carnival ride” means any mechanical device, aquatic device or combination of devices that carries or conveys passengers on, along, around, through or over a fixed or restricted route or course or within a defined area for the purpose of giving its passengers amusement, pleasure, thrills or excitement, including bungee jumping facilities and state fair rides, but does not include playground equipment, a single-passenger, coin-operated device secured by a stationary foundation or a small promotional event or operation consisting of fewer than six kiddie rides designed for children twelve years of age or younger, including merry-go-rounds;

B. “department” means the regulation and licensing department;

C. “inspection” means a physical examination of a carnival ride by an inspector of the regulation and licensing department prior to issuing a certificate of inspection, including reinspection;

D. “operator” means a person actually engaged in or directly controlling the operation of a carnival ride; and

E. “owner” means a person, including the state or any political subdivision of the state, who owns or leases a carnival ride.