What happens to an offender after they are sentenced?

Once sentenced to the New Mexico Corrections Department, the inmate will first go the Reception and Diagnostic Center in Los Lunas for tests and evaluations. Inmates are classified to the most appropriate level of custody on admission. An inmate's custody level is important because it determines the type of institution in which the inmate must be housed. An inmate's custody level could change over time because of length of time served, good behavior, bad behavior, etc. When the custody level changes, so can the inmate's location and it's possible for an inmate to be moved to a different prison.

What should I do if I am receiving unwanted contact from an inmate?

You should contact the New Mexico Corrections Department Victim Services Program for assistance at: 1-877-VICTIM4 (1-877-842-8464) or send a written letter to:

New Mexico Corrections Department
Adult Prisons Division
Victim Services
P.O. Box 27116
Santa Fe, NM 87502-0116

What is the New Mexico Crime Victims Reparation Commission?

The New Mexico Crime Victims Reparation Commission was formed in 1981 under the Crime Victims Reparation Act to assist victims of violent crime with expenses incurred as a result of their victimization. You may receive an application form by contacting:

Crime Victims Reparation Commission
8100 Mountain Road NE, Suite 106
Albuquerque, NM 87110
Phone (505)841-9432

You may also obtain an application through www.state.nm.us/cvrc.

How can I find out information about an inmates projected release date and location?

If you are a victim or victim's family member, you may call the New Mexico Corrections Department Victims Services Program for information or submit a written request to:

New Mexico Corrections Department
Victim Services
P.O. Box 27116
Santa Fe, NM 87502-0116

Also, you may access the New Mexico Corrections Department's web site to find information about an inmate's location, offense and supervision status (incarcerated or probation & parole supervision). Additionally, you may view an inmate's photo. The Department's web site address is: www.corrections.state.nm.us/offenders/search.php

How can I find information on a court case?

You may contact the court where the case was filed and submit a written request for case information. The New Mexico Judiciary has an informative web site that provides information on the New Mexico District Courts, New Mexico Magistrate Courts, and New Mexico Municipal Courts. Additionally, the New Mexico Judiciary's web site allows the public to access information about a case. The New Mexico's Judiciary's web site address is: www.nmcourts.gov .

A helpful tip—as you access the web site you will need to enter the case number, name and filing date or calendar date. As you type the last, first and middle name, you do not need to place a comma between the names.