Intelligence
Counter-human-trafficking intelligence unit supporting partner agencies in the fight against modern-day slavery.
Est. 1941 · State of New Mexico
Sworn to serve.
Trained to assist.
The New Mexico Mounted Patrol is an all-volunteer state law enforcement agency ready to support peace officers and communities anywhere in the state.
- Founded
- 1941
- Academy hours
- 400
- Districts
- 7
“Crescit Eundo.”
Our missionTo assist any law enforcement agency in New Mexico with certified, commissioned volunteer troopers — professionally trained, equipped, and ready to serve where and when they're needed most.
What we do
Statewide support, when communities need it.
By state statute, our troopers assume the same duties, powers, and authority of the agency they're assisting — extending capacity across all 33 counties.
Traffic & Event Security
Sworn officers providing perimeter security, traffic control, and crowd management at public events statewide.
Rural Patrol Assistance
Backing up under-resourced rural law enforcement with certified personnel anywhere in the state.
Statutory authority
An independent state agency under New Mexico law.
The NMMP is not a division of the State Police or the Department of Public Safety. We are an independent state agency, established by statute and governed by our Board of Directors under rules set by the Governor of New Mexico.
Authorized in the Criminal and Traffic Law Manual, Article 6, N.M. Stat. §§ 29-6-1 to 29-6-6.
Commissioned
Certified peace officers under NMMP authority
Trained
400-hour academy before commission
Equipped
Self-funded uniforms and equipment
Available
Statewide assistance on request
Hold yourself to a higher standard.
Recruitment is open for committed volunteers willing to complete academy training and serve their state. Applications are reviewed by your local district.