For buyers, sellers, renters, and neighbors in New Mexico
Crime & Public-Safety Resources
Use the links below to explore official crime data, court records, and registries. These are public information sources to help with neighborhood due diligence.
How to use this page
- Start broad. Check statewide stats and definitions, then narrow to the city or county.
- Map recent incidents. Use local police mapping tools to scan a neighborhood.
- Check cases and custody. Look up court dockets and corrections info for context.
- Mind the lag. Public maps and federal dashboards update on different schedules.
Official statewide sources
NM Department of Public Safety — Crime Data
Statewide crime statistics and reports. Best for trend lines and definitions.
FBI Crime Data Explorer
Interactive federal dashboard for UCR/NIBRS with New Mexico filters.
NM Courts — Case Lookup
Search public criminal case dockets across New Mexico courts.
NM Corrections — Offender/Parole Search
Look up incarcerated persons, parole/probation status, and basic offender info.
Sex Offender Registry
Official registry search. Read usage rules before searching.
City & county tools
Albuquerque Police Department
APD crime mapping, monthly stats, and public reports.
Bernalillo County Sheriff
Local press, statistics, and community safety info.
Rio Rancho Police Department
Community programs, reports, and alerts.
Santa Fe Police Department
City crime updates and community engagement.
Edgewood Police Department
Local reports, community alerts, and contact info.
Moriarty Police Department
Crime updates, forms, and contact details.
Los Lunas Police Department
Local alerts, public reports, and safety resources.
Town of Bernalillo Police Department
Public safety updates and forms for Bernalillo.
Sandoval County Sheriff (Placitas)
Reports and community watch info for Placitas residents.
City of Socorro Police Department
Official information, reports, and community policing updates.
City of Belen Police Department
Local alerts, crime reports, and contact details for the City of Belen.
Rio Communities Police Department
Safety announcements, patrol updates, and contact information.
Supplemental maps
CrimeMapping.com
Consumer-friendly incident map used by many agencies. Set up email alerts.
SpotCrime
Quick neighborhood pins and daily archives. Use alongside official sources.
Additional analysis tools (third party)
CrimeGrade
Safety grades and heatmaps for cities and neighborhoods.
NeighborhoodScout
Statistical crime ratings and neighborhood analytics.
AreaVibes
Livability and crime score comparisons across areas.
FAQ
What’s the difference between maps, arrests, and court cases?
Incident maps show calls or reports. Arrests are a law-enforcement action. Court dockets show filings and outcomes—often on different timelines.
Is this an official background check?
No. These are public resources for general awareness. For official checks, consult the appropriate agencies and licensed services.
Important reminders
- Data availability and definitions vary by agency. Always read each site’s notes.
- Some tools require creating an account or verifying an address within New Mexico.
- Use these resources responsibly and within all applicable laws and terms.