Staying informed about the whereabouts of an inmate in New Mexico corrections facilities, federal prisons and county jails can be difficult.
If you need to search for an inmate in the New Mexico correctional system, there are several options available to you. Here are a few methods you can use to locate an inmate:
- VINELink is a free online service that provides access to current information on detainees held in state or federal prisons, or those who are serving sentences in county jails. VINELink allows individuals to search for inmates by name, or search for inmates by their New Mexico Department of Corrections number.
The VINELink system also provides information on the current status of an inmate's case and any upcoming court hearings. Individuals can set up notifications through email or text when an inmate's status changes. This allows family members and other concerned parties to stay informed throughout the duration of an inmate's case.
- Use the New Mexico Department of Corrections (NMCD) online inmate search tool. This is the quickest and most convenient way to search for an inmate. You can access the search tool on the NMCD website at https://search.cd.nm.gov/. Simply enter the inmate's first and last name, or their offender number if you have it, and click "search." The search tool will display a list of matching results, which will include the inmate's name, offender number, location, and projected release date.
- Contact the NMCD by phone. If you don't have access to the internet, you can call the NMCD at (505) 827-8645 and ask for assistance with locating an inmate. You will need to provide the inmate's first and last name, or their offender number if you have it.
- Contact the specific correctional facility where the inmate is being held. If you know the name of the facility where the inmate is located, you can contact the facility directly to inquire about the inmate's status. The NMCD website has a list of all state correctional facilities, along with their contact information.
It's important to note that the information you can access through these methods may be limited. For example, you may not be able to find out an inmate's full criminal history or all of the charges they are facing. Additionally, the information provided may not be up to date, as inmates are constantly being moved between facilities and their release dates can change.
If you need more detailed information about an inmate's status or criminal history, you may need to contact the appropriate law enforcement agency or the courts.
