Valencia County, NM Arrests & Jail Records

The Sheriff's Office maintains most arrest and jail records within the county. To request these records, individuals may submit an inquiry by mail or visit the Sheriff's Office in person at:

Valencia County Sheriff's Office

543 Luna Avenue

Los Lunas, NM 87031

P.O. Box 1585

Phone: (505) 866-2400​

Fax: (505) 866-2027

Alternatively, interested persons may search for arrest records online by completing and submitting an Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA) request.

Police departments in Valencia County, including those in Belen and Los Lunas, maintain arrest records. To request these records, individuals must provide details like the date, time, location, and name. Some departments may offer online access, so it is advisable to check their websites or contact them directly for information on obtaining records and any associated fees. Other major police departments within the county include:

• Bosque Farms Police Department
• Peralta Police Department
• Rio Communities Police Department

The New Mexico Department of Public Safety (NMDPS) maintains criminal history records, including arrest reports processed within the state. To obtain Valencia County arrest records through NMDPS, individuals may complete the Authorization for Release of Information Form, ensuring that it is notarized. The completed form, along with a $15.00 processing fee payable via money order or cashier's check, should be mailed to:

New Mexico Department of Public Safety

Law Enforcement Records Bureau

P.O. Box 1628

Santa Fe, NM 87504-1628

For further inquiries, requesters may contact the NMDPS Law Enforcement Records Bureau at (505) 827-9181.

Individuals seeking arrest records related to formal charges in Valencia County may obtain them through the Clerk's Office. The District Court manages felony case records, while misdemeanor case records are typically held by the Magistrate Courts. To request records in person, visit the District Court at:

444 Luna Avenue

Los Lunas, NM 87031

Phone: (505) 866-2073

Fax: (505) 866-2015

For convenience, criminal case records may also be searched online through the New Mexico Courts Case Lookup portal, where users may refine their search using details such as the defendant's name, case number, or other search parameters. Additionally, third-party services like InfoTracer provide access to Valencia County arrest records, often with enhanced search features.