Nevada Revised Statutes (last amended 1997), Sections 118.105, 613.330, 651.050, 651.070, 651.075, 651.080, 651.090, 704.143, 704.145, and 706.366: Chapter 426Under Nevada statutes, a blind person has a legal right to be accompanied by a specially trained dog guide in all public accommodations and on all public transportation. No extra charge can be levied because of the dog’s presence, but the dog guide user is liable for any damage the dog might cause to the premises. A dog guide user who operates a vending stand has the right to keep his or her dog with him or her on the vending stands premises. A dog guide user has a legal right to equal housing accommodation and can enforce this right through injunctive relief with damages. An identification card issued by a dog guide school is sufficient proof that the dog is specially trained in guide work. Public accommodations include hotels, restaurants, stores, places of resort and amusement, and all places to which the general public is invited. (Sect 651.050, Sect 651. 070, Sect 651. 075) It is unlawful for any person to beat, harass, intimidate or interfere with a guide dog. (Sect. 426.790) Public transportation includes trains, buses, airplanes, taxis, and all other forms of public conveyance offered for public use. (Sect. 651.070, Sect. 704.143, Sect. 704.145, Sect. 706.361, Sect. 706.366) Housing covers rental properties. The statute contains a provision that the law is to be interpreted liberally. (Sect. 118. 105) Violation: Any person who interferes with the legal rights of a blind person as outlined under Nevada law is guilty of a misdemeanor and punishable accordingly. (Sect. 613. 330, Sect.651. 075, Sect. 651.080, Sect. 651. 090, Sect.704.145) In an action brought under this section, the court may (a) grant any equitable relief it considers appropriate, including temporary, preliminary, or permanent injunctive relief, against the defendant; (b) award costs and reasonable attorneys’ fees to the prevailing party. (Sect. 651.090, 1997)
New Hampshire,
New Hampshire Statutes, 1990, Chapter 176-C, Sections 167-C:1 through 167-C:5; Chapter 167-D, Sections 167-D:4, 167-D:5; Chapter 265, Section 265:41; Chapter 466, Section 466:8;New Hampshire Statutes guarantee a blind person the legal right to be accompanied by a specially trained dog guide in all public accommodations and on all public transportation. No extra charge can be levied because of the dog’s presence, but the dog guide user is liable for any damage the dog might cause to the premises. State policy ensures equal employment opportunity to blind persons in its state service, the service of its political subdivisions, in public schools, and in any employment supported in whole or part by public funds, except where the particular disability prevents performance of the work involved. No fee shall be required for the registration and licensing of a guide dog, which is used as a guide for a blind person. (Sect. 466:8) Public accommodations include hotels, public buildings, stores, restaurants, places of resort and amusement, and all other places to which the general public is invited. (Sect. 167-C:2 and 167-D:1) Public transportation includes trains, airplanes, buses, taxis, and other modes of conveyance offered for public use. (Sect. 167-C:2) A dog guide or service dog trainer shall have the same rights with respect to access to public facilities. (Sect. 167-D:4 and 167-C:2) Any dog guide user shall provide the dog with a leash and harness colored international orange. (Sect. 167-D:5) The driver of a vehicle approaching a totally or partially blind pedestrian accompanied by a guide dog, or carrying a white cane or walking stick shall bring his vehicle to a full stop, and before proceeding shall take precautions as may be necessary to avoid injuring such pedestrian. (Sect. 265:41) Violation: Any person, firm, or corporation or agent thereof who interferes with the above enumerated rights is guilty of a misdemeanor and can be fined up to $25. (Sect. 167-C:3 and 167-D:9)
New Jersey Statutes: P.L. 1945, c. 169 and P.L. 1971, c. 130 (amended and supplemented by P.L. 1977, c. 456; P.L. 1980, c. 46; P.L. 1981, c. 391; and P.L. 1983, c. 485); Sect. 48:3-33New Jersey statutory law guarantee a blind person the right to be accompanied by a dog guide in all public facilities, in employment, and on public conveyances. No extra charge can be levied because of the dog’s presence, but the dog guide user is liable for any damage the dog might cause to the premises. A blind person with a dog guide has a legal right to equal housing opportunity in the rental, lease, or purchase of housing, and cannot be charged extra because of the dog guide’s presence. A landlord is not required to modify the premises nor to provide a higher standard of care than that offered other tenants. Public facilities include stores, boardwalks, places of recreation, educational institutions, camps, restaurants, hotels, and all other places of public accommodation to which the public is permitted or invited. (N.J.S.A. 10:5-29) Public conveyances include airplanes, trains, buses, boats, taxis, and all other modes of transportation offered for public use, but the Board of Public Utilities may promulgate reasonable regulations governing the presence of dog guides on buses and other public utilities. (N.J.S.A. 48:3-33) Housing accommodations include any property designed for residential use, whether for rent, lease or sale, except single family private dwellings whose occupants offer no more than one room for rent. (N.J.S.A. 10:5-29.2) Violation: Any person who interferes with the above enumerated rights is subject to a fine of no less than $100 and no more than $500 for each offense. (N.J.S.A. 10:5-29.5)
New Jersey,
New Mexico,
New Mexico Statutes, Article 7, Sections 28-7-1 through 28-7-7. White Cane Law (enacted in 1978), amended 1986New Mexico statutory law guarantees a blind person the legal right to be accompanied by a specially trained dog guide in all public accommodations and on all public transportation. No extra charge can be levied because of the dog guide’s presence, but the dog guide user is liable for any damages the dog might cause the premises. New Mexico state policy also ensures a blind person equal employment opportunity in its state service, the service of its political subdivisions, in public schools, or in employment supported in whole or part by public funds, except when the particular disability prevents performance of the work involved. Public accommodations include hotels, restaurants, stores, public buildings, places of resort and amusement, and all other places to which the general public is invited. (Sect. 28-7-3) Public transportation includes trains, airplanes, buses, boats, taxis, and all forms of conveyance offered for public use. (Sect. 28-7-3) Violation: Any person, firm, or corporation or agent thereof who interferes with the above enumerated rights is guilty of a misdemeanor and punishable accordingly under New Mexico law. (Sect. 28-7-5)