TAOS COUNTY · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
A
21/24
Taos County gets an A.
New Mexico IPRA gives 3 business days. NM Courts Case Lookup provides statewide public case search. Booking photos public default. $15 criminal history. Strong Southwest framework.
Note: Statewide grade applies — no separate local grade yet computed for Taos County.
COMPUTED 2026-06-04 01:14 UTC · SCORE 21/24
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FBI Wanted
U.S. Courts
BOP Inmate Locator
STATUS LEGEND: LIVE = HTTP 200-399 · WARN = 4xx · DEAD = 5xx · PENDING = checker could not reach (may still be live in browser)
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- → https://www.fbi.gov [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-04 00:52 UTC]
- → https://www.fbi.gov/wanted [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-04 00:52 UTC]
- → https://www.uscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-04 00:52 UTC]
- → https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-06-04 00:52 UTC]
Method: Live source health verified against official government portals at the timestamp shown. Grade computed from a six-criterion rubric (records access, fees, turnaround, e-filing, mugshot policy, body-cam release). How we grade →
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Recent New Mexico Court Cases
Most recent New Mexico court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| CIVIL 1:25-cv-00041 | Wolf v. Central New Mexico Correctional Facility | 06/03/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 2:26-cr-02090-1 | USA v. Cervantes-Gonzalez | 06/03/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 1:26-mj-02263-1 | USA v. Gunhammer | 06/03/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-01800 | Martinez Solis v. Mullin et al | 06/03/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-01594 | Singh v. Warden et al | 06/03/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-01442 | Garcia-De La Rosa v. Bondi et al | 06/03/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 2:26-cr-02529-1 | USA v. Mercado-Carrillo | 06/03/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 2:26-mj-02723-1 | USA v. Carranza-Castanon | 06/03/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-01795 | Gonzalez-Escalanti v. Mescalero Apache Tribe et al | 06/03/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 2:26-mj-02724-1 | USA v. Castillo-Delgado | 06/03/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 2:26-cr-01556-1 | USA v. Orozco-Morales | 06/03/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-01802 | Prince v. Albee | 06/03/2026 |
Cities in Taos County
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Cited Answers · Verified Sources · Statewide FAQ — applies to all of New Mexico
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes. Note: Statewide FAQ — applies to all of New Mexico. No city-specific FAQ is available yet — the answers below apply to the broader jurisdiction.
Where do I find a deed or property record in Truth Or Consequences?▼
For a deed or property record in Truth or Consequences, NM (Sierra County), contact the Sierra County Clerk at 100 N. Date Street, Truth or Consequences, NM 87901 (575-894-2840). The Sierra County Assessor at the same address provides ownership, parcel, and assessed-value data. New Mexico's Inspection of Public Records Act (NMSA §14-2-1) makes deeds public. Recording fees are $25 first page; certified copies typically cost about $1 per page. Sources: Sierra County (https://www.sierracountynm.gov/), NM IPRA (https://www.nmag.gov/open-government/).
How can I find out how often the police were called to a particular home in New Mexico?▼
To find out how often police were called to a particular home in New Mexico, file a NM Inspection of Public Records Act (NMSA §14-2-1) request with the local police department or sheriff's office. Specify the address and time period. The CAD (Computer-Aided Dispatch) log shows all calls for service to that address, with date, time, call type, and disposition. The Albuquerque Police Department at https://www.cabq.gov/police, Las Cruces PD at https://www.las-cruces.org/police, and Santa Fe PD at https://www.santafenm.gov/police all accept IPRA requests. Standard fees: about $1 per page (or actual cost). Sources: NM IPRA (https://www.nmag.gov/open-government/), Albuquerque PD (https://www.cabq.gov/police).
How do I find a marriage record in New Mexico?▼
To find a marriage record in New Mexico, contact the County Clerk in the county where the license was issued. The NM Counties directory is at https://www.nmcounties.org/. Major county clerks: Bernalillo (Albuquerque) at https://www.bernco.gov/clerk/, Santa Fe at https://www.santafecountynm.gov/clerk, Doña Ana at https://www.donaanacounty.org/clerk, San Juan at https://www.sjcounty.net/clerk. Statewide marriage verifications come from the NM Department of Health Vital Records at https://www.nmhealth.org/about/erd/bvrhs/ for $10. Marriage records are public under NM Inspection of Public Records Act (NMSA §14-2-1); certified copies typically cost $1.50/page at the County Clerk. Sources: NM DOH Vital Records (https://www.nmhealth.org/), NM Counties (https://www.nmcounties.org/).
How can I find out why someone is in the penitentiary in New Mexico?▼
To find out why someone is in the New Mexico penitentiary, the NM Corrections Department Inmate Lookup at https://search.cd.nm.gov/ shows current and former state-prison inmates with offender ID, location, sentence, projected release date, and CONVICTION DETAILS (offense, county of conviction, sentencing date). For full case details (charges, plea, sentencing transcript), use the NM Courts Case Lookup at https://caselookup.nmcourts.gov/ to find the underlying district court case. Certified copies of court documents cost $1.50 per page plus $1.50 certification. New Mexico's Inspection of Public Records Act (NMSA §14-2-1) governs disclosure. Sources: NM Corrections (https://www.cd.nm.gov/), NM Courts (https://www.nmcourts.gov/).
Where do I look up warrants in New Mexico?▼
To look up warrants in New Mexico, contact the local sheriff or police where the warrant was issued. The NM Department of Public Safety holds the statewide NCIC/NMLETS warrant database, restricted to law enforcement; individuals must check by phone with the issuing court or agency. Many sheriffs post most-wanted lists (e.g., Bernalillo County at https://www.bernco.gov/sheriff/, Doña Ana County at https://www.donaanacounty.org/, Santa Fe County at https://www.santafecountynm.gov/). Court bench warrants appear at https://caselookup.nmcourts.gov/. New Mexico's Inspection of Public Records Act (NMSA §14-2-1) governs disclosure; agencies may withhold information that could compromise an active investigation. Sources: NM DPS (https://www.dps.nm.gov/), NM Courts (https://caselookup.nmcourts.gov/).
How can I find out if someone has filed a restraining order against me in New Mexico?▼
To find out if someone has filed a restraining order against you in New Mexico, search the NM Courts Case Lookup at https://caselookup.nmcourts.gov/. Restraining orders are filed as 'Domestic Violence Petition' or 'Order of Protection' in District Court (or Magistrate Court for some Family Violence Protection Orders). The case is generally public unless sealed under NMSA §40-13-3.2. If served, you'll receive notice from the court or a process server. To verify, contact the District Court Clerk in the county where the order may have been filed. NM Courts directory at https://www.nmcourts.gov/. Sources: NM Courts (https://www.nmcourts.gov/), NMSA Family Violence Protection Act (https://www.nmlegis.gov/).
📊 Public Data Sources for Taos County, NM
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
📰 Recent Federal Law Enforcement News 8 items
Statewide (NM) — federal-news feed scoped to state
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🏥 Healthcare Providers (NPPES) 8
Statewide (NM) — no city filter applied
| Name | City |
|---|---|
| JOHN GARCIA | ALBUQUERQUE |
| DEBORAH STANLEY | LAS VEGAS |
| MARK CRAWFORD | ALBUQUERQUE |
| INTEGRATED CONCEPTS, INC | ALBUQUERQUE |
| GIRIDHAR ANIREDDY | ALAMOGORDO |
| SAROJANA HANUMANDLA | ALAMOGORDO |
| DOUGLAS CLARK | ALBUQUERQUE |
| SURJIT MOOLAMALLA | LAS CRUCES |
💰 CFPB Consumer Complaints 6
Statewide (NM) — CFPB data not available below state level
| Date | Company | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-20 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Improper use of your report |
| 2026-05-20 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Problem with a company's investigati |
| 2026-05-20 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-19 | Experian Information S | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-19 | Lockhart, Morris & Mon | Problem with a company's investigati |
| 2026-05-19 | Experian Information S | Problem with a company's investigati |
⛔ HHS-OIG Excluded Individuals 8
Statewide (NM) — no city filter applied
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| CENTER PHARMACY, INC | 1128b8 |
| COUNSELING AND MEDIATION SERVI | 1128a1 |
| EXE, INC | 1128a1 |
| JAMES D C JARAMILLO, MD, PC | 1128b8 |
| MEDICAL INSTITUTE FOR MENTAL | 1128b8 |
| NURSES BY SARA, INC | 1128a1 |
| RIO GRANDE CLINIC, INC | 1128a1 |
| RON COKER DRUG, INC | 1128b8 |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 8
Statewide (NM) — no city filter applied
| EIN | Organization |
|---|---|
| 010565518 | Desert Light Christian Church |
| 010576324 | Stevan & Cynthia Pearce Charitable Foundation |
| 010592052 | Life Foundation Ministries |
| 010614084 | Cavern City Church of Christ |
| 010720459 | Los Pueblos Community Council |
| 010734317 | Friends of Jemez Springs Public Library |
| 010776195 | Deming Animal Guardians |
| 010780925 | Roswell Christian Center Inc. |
🏦 FDIC-Insured Banks 1
| Bank | City |
|---|---|
| Centinel Bank of Taos | Taos |
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 12
Direct from NM state + federal sources · no aggregators
FBI Field Office
Fugitive Who Stole Dead Man’s Identity for Four Decades Pleads Guilty to Fraud Charges
Jun 1, 2026
doj_news
Fugitive Who Stole Dead Man’s Identity for Four Decades Pleads Guilty to Fraud Charges
Jun 1, 2026
doj_news
U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Mexico Weekly Immigration and Border Crimes Report
May 29, 2026
FBI Field Office
Inmates Charged in Brutal Assault on Correction Officer at Doña Ana County Detention Center
May 27, 2026
Federal Agency
FTC Sues to Stop Deceptive Mortgage Assistance Relief Operation that Targets Homeowners
Jun 3, 2026
Sources: state appellate courts, state AGs, DOJ, SEC, FTC, FDA, DOL, Federal Reserve, OCC, and more. Direct from .gov — never aggregated.
Recent News in Taos County
Public-safety and law-enforcement headlines relevant to this area.
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New Mexico State Police Investigates Fatal crash Involving Taos County Sheriff’s Office Deputies
NMSP NEWS RELEASE The New Mexico State Police is investigating a fatal crash involving deputies with the Taos County Sheriff’s Office that occurred on the evening of May 22, 2026. …
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Taos County Sheriff Sergeant killed in fatal crash
A Taos County Sheriff’s Office sergeant was killed after New Mexico State Police said that a TCSO deputy was making a left turn on State Road 518 when Sergeant ...
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Taos County sergeant killed in fatal collision during pursuit
Sergeant Joseph Apodaca of the Taos County Sheriff's Office was killed in a fatal crash on May 22 while pursuing a reckless driver, and the New Mexico State Police is investigating…
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Human remains found in Taos County
A spokesperson for New Mexico State Police confirms the remains were found near Rio Chiquito Road in Taos. It has not been determined whether the remains are from a male or female.
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Taos County Sheriff’s sergeant dies in crash
TAOS, N.M. – A Taos County Sheriff’s Office sergeant died after his police motorcycle hit a deputy’s pickup truck during a search for a reckless driver on Friday. Taos County leade…
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Taos deputy killed in crash with other deputy during search
A Taos County Sheriff’s Office sergeant was killed after crashing into another deputy’s vehicle as authorities searched for a reckless driver along N.M. 518 late Friday. New Mexico…
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Taos County Sergeant dies in an on-duty crash
WILL CONTINUE TO FOLLOW AND BRING YOU INFORMATION WHEN WE KNOW MORE. COMMUNITIES ACROSS THE STATE ARE MOURNING TONIGHT FOLLOWING THE DEATH OF A DEPUTY FROM TAOS COUNTY. JOSEPH APOD…
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Taos community pays respects to Sgt. Joseph Apodaca who died in crash
TAOS, N.M. (KRQE) – A week after a New Mexico sergeant died in a crash responding to a call, hundreds of people gathered to pay their respects. Tears were shed among hundreds of pe…