Corrections Department surpasses adult education goal for fourth consecutive year.
Jul 1, 2026
About the Department
The New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD) is one of the state’s largest agencies, responsible for safe and secure prisons and community supervision. The NMCD operates eight prison facilities, housing more than 5,600 incarcerated individuals. It also includes four probation and parole regions, supervising more than 15,000 people in communities across New Mexico. The department is committed to public safety and accountability, while also providing programs and services. Through its Reentry Division, the NMCD and community volunteers provide education and career technical training to help incarcerated individuals prepare for release and successfully return to their communities.
Latest News
Food Network champion instructs culinary program at State Penitentiary
Jun 9, 2026
SANTA FE — Ten incarcerated individuals at the Penitentiary of New Mexico will complete a professional culinary training program this week, culminating in a graduation dinner on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., open to credentialed media.
RELEASE: Corrections adds electronic option for inmate deposits
May 15, 2026
SANTA FE , N.M. — The New Mexico Corrections Department is now offering Correct Pay as an additional option for sending funds to incarcerated individuals, giving families a faster and more convenient way to send money.
Most Popular Services
Family & Offender Resources
The Family Constituent Services & Correspondence Office serves the growing number of families directly affected by the incarceration of a loved one. As the central point of contact between the New Mexico Corrections Department and inmate family members, we assist with navigating a complex correctional system.
Victim Services
The Victim Services Program serves as a direct point of contact for crime victims and their families who have concerns related to offenders who are in the custody or under the probation and/or parole supervision of the New Mexico Corrections Department. Victim Services provides comprehensive information, assistance and support to crime victims and their families.
Career Opportunities
NMCD offers a wide variety of employment opportunities. At NMCD, we place high value in our employees and are always looking to add great individuals to our team. NMCD oversees eight state-owned prisons and four probation and parole regions. We also train correctional staff for the state's two private prison facilities.
Corrections Industries
Corrections Industries makes your purchasing tasks simple. State, City, County, Tribal, Federal, Education and Not-For-Profit agencies can purchase directly from us without the need of a competitive bid. Our one stop shopping can fill all your furniture, moving, printing and janitorial supplies as well as custom designed shirts and uniforms.
Offender Search
The New Mexico Corrections Department Offender Information is intended to provide law enforcement agencies and the general public with information about offenders who are incarcerated or on probation and/or parole supervision.