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About the Department

The New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD) is one of the largest state agencies in New Mexico and is fully committed to public safety. The department operates two major divisions: the Adult Prisons Division, which oversees 10 facilities statewide housing over 5,700 inmates, and the Probation and Parole Division, which supervises more than 13,000 offenders across the state. NMCD focuses on accountability while integrating programs for rehabilitation and reformation through various services to reduce the risk of recidivism.

Latest News

Food Network champion instructs culinary program at State Penitentiary
6/1/2026
A Food Network champion is providing professional culinary instruction for the program at the State Penitentiary, bringing world-class expertise to inmate vocational training. The program provides incarcerated individuals with marketable culinary skills to support successful reentry into society.
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Corrections adds electronic option for inmate deposits
5/1/2026
The New Mexico Corrections Department has introduced an electronic deposit option, expanding accessibility for families and supporters sending funds to incarcerated individuals. The new system streamlines the deposit process and reduces barriers for family members to maintain financial connections with their loved ones.
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Corrections work crew discovers human remains
4/1/2026
An inmate work crew made a discovery of human remains while performing routine duties, prompting an investigation by authorities. State and local law enforcement agencies are working to identify the remains and determine the circumstances of the discovery.
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Most Popular Services

Family & Offender Resources
Living,Public Safety • New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD)
The Family Constituent Services & Correspondence Office serves the growing number of families directly affected by the incarceration of a loved one. As the central point of contact between the New Mexico Corrections Department and inmate family members, we assist with navigating a complex correctional system.
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Victim Services
Living,Public Safety • New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD)
The Victim Services Program serves as a direct point of contact for crime victims and their families who have concerns related to offenders who are in the custody or under the probation and/or parole supervision of the New Mexico Corrections Department. Victim Services provides comprehensive information, assistance and support to crime victims and their families.
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Career Opportunities
Working,Living,Public Safety • New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD)
NMCD offers a wide variety of employment opportunities. At NMCD, we place high value in our employees and are always looking to add great individuals to our team. NMCD oversees eight state-owned prisons and four probation and parole regions. We also train correctional staff for the state's two private prison facilities.
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Corrections Industries
Living,Public Safety • New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD)
Corrections Industries makes your purchasing tasks simple. State, City, County, Tribal, Federal, Education and Not-For-Profit agencies can purchase directly from us without the need of a competitive bid. Our one stop shopping can fill all your furniture, moving, printing and janitorial supplies as well as custom designed shirts and uniforms.
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Offender Search
Public Safety • New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD)
The New Mexico Corrections Department Offender Information is intended to provide law enforcement agencies and the general public with information about offenders who are incarcerated or on probation and/or parole supervision.
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