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New Mexico DPS Forensic Lab’s Evidence Unit is the “gatekeeper” of justice — using strict tracking (barcodes & RFID), careful chain-of-custody practices, and expert handling of everything from drugs to weapons to ensure evidence integrity so cases hold up in court.
January 13, 2026 at 10:37 PM
New Mexico DPS Forensic Lab’s Evidence Unit is the “gatekeeper” of justice — using strict tracking (barcodes & RFID), careful chain-of-custody practices, and expert handling of everything from drugs to weapons to ensure evidence integrity so cases hold up in court.
Imagine getting a second chance in life. A chance to start over if you will.
That’s probably the most fulfilling part of the job at the Expungement Unit of the Law Enforcement Records Bureau of the New Mexico Department of Public Safety.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2026/01...
That’s probably the most fulfilling part of the job at the Expungement Unit of the Law Enforcement Records Bureau of the New Mexico Department of Public Safety.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2026/01...
January 12, 2026 at 9:56 PM
Imagine getting a second chance in life. A chance to start over if you will.
That’s probably the most fulfilling part of the job at the Expungement Unit of the Law Enforcement Records Bureau of the New Mexico Department of Public Safety.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2026/01...
That’s probably the most fulfilling part of the job at the Expungement Unit of the Law Enforcement Records Bureau of the New Mexico Department of Public Safety.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2026/01...
Today, the New Mexico Department of Public Safety proudly recognizes Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.
To the officers who put on the uniform each day, thank you. Thank you for your courage, your professionalism, and your unwavering commitment to protecting New Mexico’s communities.
To the officers who put on the uniform each day, thank you. Thank you for your courage, your professionalism, and your unwavering commitment to protecting New Mexico’s communities.
January 9, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Today, the New Mexico Department of Public Safety proudly recognizes Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.
To the officers who put on the uniform each day, thank you. Thank you for your courage, your professionalism, and your unwavering commitment to protecting New Mexico’s communities.
To the officers who put on the uniform each day, thank you. Thank you for your courage, your professionalism, and your unwavering commitment to protecting New Mexico’s communities.
Today, we honor the brave men and women who protect and serve our communities. On this National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, join us in saying thank you for their service and commitment.
January 9, 2026 at 3:24 PM
Today, we honor the brave men and women who protect and serve our communities. On this National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, join us in saying thank you for their service and commitment.
Powered by its High-Performance Liquid Chromatograph, the Las Cruces Forensic Laboratory performs precise chemical analyses on substances like methamphetamine quantitation (purity), showcasing both cutting-edge technology and exceptional teamwork.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/10...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/10...
January 5, 2026 at 9:14 PM
Powered by its High-Performance Liquid Chromatograph, the Las Cruces Forensic Laboratory performs precise chemical analyses on substances like methamphetamine quantitation (purity), showcasing both cutting-edge technology and exceptional teamwork.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/10...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/10...
Lt. Fred Beers III Fund strengthens honor guards across New Mexico.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/11...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/11...
December 30, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Lt. Fred Beers III Fund strengthens honor guards across New Mexico.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/11...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/11...
What do swords, big screen TVs, cans, phones, ATM machines, countertops, knives, firearms, pills and other drugs have in common?
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/10...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/10...
December 26, 2025 at 4:26 PM
What do swords, big screen TVs, cans, phones, ATM machines, countertops, knives, firearms, pills and other drugs have in common?
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/10...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/10...
There’s a new team at the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy.
That three-member team led by Katie Reimann, now powers New Mexico’s statewide system of training records, certifications, credentials, and employment history for all officers and dispatchers.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
That three-member team led by Katie Reimann, now powers New Mexico’s statewide system of training records, certifications, credentials, and employment history for all officers and dispatchers.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
December 23, 2025 at 4:22 PM
There’s a new team at the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy.
That three-member team led by Katie Reimann, now powers New Mexico’s statewide system of training records, certifications, credentials, and employment history for all officers and dispatchers.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
That three-member team led by Katie Reimann, now powers New Mexico’s statewide system of training records, certifications, credentials, and employment history for all officers and dispatchers.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
‘Hearing them out’ - Active-listening; remaining calm, keys to crisis and hostage negotiation; class held at the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy in December:
When it comes to crisis and hostage negotiation for law enforcement, it takes a team.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
When it comes to crisis and hostage negotiation for law enforcement, it takes a team.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
December 22, 2025 at 5:30 PM
‘Hearing them out’ - Active-listening; remaining calm, keys to crisis and hostage negotiation; class held at the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy in December:
When it comes to crisis and hostage negotiation for law enforcement, it takes a team.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
When it comes to crisis and hostage negotiation for law enforcement, it takes a team.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
The pinnacle of Basic Police Officer Training at the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy is 3-days known as “Officer Survival.”
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
December 16, 2025 at 10:13 PM
The pinnacle of Basic Police Officer Training at the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy is 3-days known as “Officer Survival.”
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
DPS and several CNM entities have partnered to create a new legal training program aimed to equip police officers with a better understanding of current applications of both criminal and civil law as they serve their communities across the state.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
December 15, 2025 at 7:53 PM
DPS and several CNM entities have partnered to create a new legal training program aimed to equip police officers with a better understanding of current applications of both criminal and civil law as they serve their communities across the state.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
For aspiring cadets selected to attend the Basic Police Officer Training at the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy, health and fitness is not just a requirement it is a commitment for life.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
December 9, 2025 at 10:39 PM
For aspiring cadets selected to attend the Basic Police Officer Training at the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy, health and fitness is not just a requirement it is a commitment for life.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
Are you in law enforcement and looking to improve your skills? Sign up for the hostage negotiations seminar from December 15th through the 19th to add essential skills to your crisis response team. This event is FREE for all active law enforcement.
#LawEnforcementUSA #NewMexico #PublicSafety
#LawEnforcementUSA #NewMexico #PublicSafety
December 9, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Are you in law enforcement and looking to improve your skills? Sign up for the hostage negotiations seminar from December 15th through the 19th to add essential skills to your crisis response team. This event is FREE for all active law enforcement.
#LawEnforcementUSA #NewMexico #PublicSafety
#LawEnforcementUSA #NewMexico #PublicSafety
Agency legitimacy and community trust – these are the pillars of a strong law enforcement agency.
In order to maintain these pillars, it’s imperative that law enforcement have a strong internal affairs department...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
In order to maintain these pillars, it’s imperative that law enforcement have a strong internal affairs department...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
December 8, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Agency legitimacy and community trust – these are the pillars of a strong law enforcement agency.
In order to maintain these pillars, it’s imperative that law enforcement have a strong internal affairs department...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
In order to maintain these pillars, it’s imperative that law enforcement have a strong internal affairs department...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
Serving 300 law enforcement agencies and 13 judicial district courts in the state along with federal prosecutors, it’s no wonder the NM DPS Forensic Laboratory recently hired two law clerks to manage subpoenas, discovery requests and other legal documents...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
December 4, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Serving 300 law enforcement agencies and 13 judicial district courts in the state along with federal prosecutors, it’s no wonder the NM DPS Forensic Laboratory recently hired two law clerks to manage subpoenas, discovery requests and other legal documents...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
Their building is unlabeled. They quietly determine scientific objective results behind the scenes. They don’t want recognition. They take pride in their work.
This describes the New Mexico Department of Public Safety Hobbs Forensic Laboratory.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
This describes the New Mexico Department of Public Safety Hobbs Forensic Laboratory.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
December 3, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Their building is unlabeled. They quietly determine scientific objective results behind the scenes. They don’t want recognition. They take pride in their work.
This describes the New Mexico Department of Public Safety Hobbs Forensic Laboratory.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
This describes the New Mexico Department of Public Safety Hobbs Forensic Laboratory.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/12...
Designed for law enforcement professionals, this course covers the essentials of modern crisis negotiation . From identifying hostage vs. barricade situations to mastering active listening, persuasion, and team coordination. Be ready. Be confident. Be prepared. 👉 Register now to secure your spot.
December 1, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Designed for law enforcement professionals, this course covers the essentials of modern crisis negotiation . From identifying hostage vs. barricade situations to mastering active listening, persuasion, and team coordination. Be ready. Be confident. Be prepared. 👉 Register now to secure your spot.
Here at the New Mexico Forensic Lab, Integrity is key from start to finish.
Read more here of how evidence makes its way to the courtroom:
www.dps.nm.gov/.../gatekeep...
Read more here of how evidence makes its way to the courtroom:
www.dps.nm.gov/.../gatekeep...
December 1, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Here at the New Mexico Forensic Lab, Integrity is key from start to finish.
Read more here of how evidence makes its way to the courtroom:
www.dps.nm.gov/.../gatekeep...
Read more here of how evidence makes its way to the courtroom:
www.dps.nm.gov/.../gatekeep...
The New Mexico Department of Public Safety Forensics Laboratory delivers cutting-edge science every day. Here are some highlights from our interview with the lab's Quality Assurance Director, Dr. William Watson.
Full Story below:
www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/10...
Full Story below:
www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/10...
November 26, 2025 at 5:20 PM
The New Mexico Department of Public Safety Forensics Laboratory delivers cutting-edge science every day. Here are some highlights from our interview with the lab's Quality Assurance Director, Dr. William Watson.
Full Story below:
www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/10...
Full Story below:
www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/10...
On Nov. 22 the NM Department of Public Safety hosted “Missing in New Mexico” Day at the academy. Families of missing persons connected with law enforcement, criminal justice partners, civil agencies, and service providers for case updates and resources.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/11...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/11...
November 25, 2025 at 5:04 PM
On Nov. 22 the NM Department of Public Safety hosted “Missing in New Mexico” Day at the academy. Families of missing persons connected with law enforcement, criminal justice partners, civil agencies, and service providers for case updates and resources.
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/11...
For more: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/11...
NMDPS was proud to participate in the 30th Annual New Mexico Law Enforcement Conference & Expo, hosted by the New Mexico Municipal League in Ruidoso from November 4th –7th.
It was a great opportunity for learning and supporting New Mexico’s law enforcement community.
#NMDPS
It was a great opportunity for learning and supporting New Mexico’s law enforcement community.
#NMDPS
November 20, 2025 at 9:50 PM
NMDPS was proud to participate in the 30th Annual New Mexico Law Enforcement Conference & Expo, hosted by the New Mexico Municipal League in Ruidoso from November 4th –7th.
It was a great opportunity for learning and supporting New Mexico’s law enforcement community.
#NMDPS
It was a great opportunity for learning and supporting New Mexico’s law enforcement community.
#NMDPS
Join us at the Missing in New Mexico event this Saturday, November 22nd to connect families of missing persons with law enforcement updates.
join us via Microsoft Teams. Login information is provided.
join us via Microsoft Teams. Login information is provided.
November 20, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Join us at the Missing in New Mexico event this Saturday, November 22nd to connect families of missing persons with law enforcement updates.
join us via Microsoft Teams. Login information is provided.
join us via Microsoft Teams. Login information is provided.
The New Mexico Department of Public Safety will host a “Missing in New Mexico” event on Nov. 22 to connect families of missing persons with law enforcement updates
To register, visit: bit.ly/MissingInNM
To register, visit: bit.ly/MissingInNM
November 19, 2025 at 4:28 PM
The New Mexico Department of Public Safety will host a “Missing in New Mexico” event on Nov. 22 to connect families of missing persons with law enforcement updates
To register, visit: bit.ly/MissingInNM
To register, visit: bit.ly/MissingInNM
Professionalism, respect, devotion to duty, discipline and dignity.
In New Mexico, honor guards represent agencies across the state from the Game and Fish Department to local fire and sheriff’s departments and the State Police.
Here is the link: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/11...
In New Mexico, honor guards represent agencies across the state from the Game and Fish Department to local fire and sheriff’s departments and the State Police.
Here is the link: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/11...
November 14, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Professionalism, respect, devotion to duty, discipline and dignity.
In New Mexico, honor guards represent agencies across the state from the Game and Fish Department to local fire and sheriff’s departments and the State Police.
Here is the link: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/11...
In New Mexico, honor guards represent agencies across the state from the Game and Fish Department to local fire and sheriff’s departments and the State Police.
Here is the link: www.dps.nm.gov/blog/2025/11...
This Veterans Day, we stand united in gratitude for those who served.
Your strength, courage, and sacrifice continue to protect the values we hold dear.
hashtag#NMDPS hashtag#VeteransDay hashtag#PublicSafety hashtag#HonorAndRespect
Your strength, courage, and sacrifice continue to protect the values we hold dear.
hashtag#NMDPS hashtag#VeteransDay hashtag#PublicSafety hashtag#HonorAndRespect
November 11, 2025 at 3:47 PM
This Veterans Day, we stand united in gratitude for those who served.
Your strength, courage, and sacrifice continue to protect the values we hold dear.
hashtag#NMDPS hashtag#VeteransDay hashtag#PublicSafety hashtag#HonorAndRespect
Your strength, courage, and sacrifice continue to protect the values we hold dear.
hashtag#NMDPS hashtag#VeteransDay hashtag#PublicSafety hashtag#HonorAndRespect