DWI Education: None for the Road
Mandatory for first-time driver's licensees in the state of New Mexico
History of the Program
In 1993, the New Mexico Legislature passed several laws designed to combat the problem of drunk driving in the state. The legal intoxication level was lowered, stiffer penalties and fines for offenders were implemented, and an informational class was instituted and required for first-time licensees in New Mexico. In cooperation with the New Mexico State Highway and Transportation Department Traffic Safety Bureau, the UNM Division of Continuing Education provides the DWI Prevention and Education course, “None for the Road.” This course is designed to focus attention on the serious DWI problem in New Mexico. It informs the driver about driving-while- impaired (DWI) laws and prevention. All first-time licensees in New Mexico, between the ages of 18 and 24 are required to take the awareness class. [This is the legislated age range, effective January 1, 2000.]
How does the program work?
This class is offered as a home-study course. Course materials include a student manual that is used in conjunction with a video. The manual can be mailed to you after you follow the instructions on the application form. The fee for the course is $20.00 per person. Fees are used to subsidize program administration costs. Persons required to take the course start with the “None For The Road” application form to obtain the course manual. Use the links below to download the application as a pdf, or pick up a “None For The Road” application form from any local Motor Vehicle Department or the UNM Division of Continuing Education Registration Office. Further instructions are on the form.
The first step in the program: The application form
“None for the Road” application form in English (pdf file)
“Ni una para El Camino” application form in Spanish (pdf file)
Information Line
- A telephone information line is staffed from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
- in Albuquerque and surrounding areas, call: 277-0051
- outside Albuquerque, call toll free: 1-877-663-7465
The Division of Continuing Education is pleased to work with the State to deliver this class. Experienced in providing coursework and training via various delivery models and throughout the state, the Division also possesses the infrastructure necessary to meet the needs of the student/client. Over time, the Division hopes to effectively contribute to combating the DWI rate in New Mexico.