Santa Fe County Court Records

New Mexico court records refer to all or any part of any material, such as documents, papers, exhibits, and transcripts, filed or kept with the court and the register of actions and docket entries used by the court to document the activity in a case. The First District Court Clerk is the official custodian of all criminal records in Santa Fe County. Record seekers can obtain court records online, by email, and in person at the courthouse. The following court information is accessible to the public during a court record search:

• Case detail (case number, current judge’s name, filing date, and court)
• Case parties (party type, description, number, and name)
• Civil complaint detail (date, sequence number, description, disposition, and disposition date)
• Register of actions activity (event date, description, result, and amount)
• Judge assignment history (assignment date and event description, judge’s name, and sequence number)
• Case hearing (hearing date, time type, and judge, court, and courtroom)
• Criminal charge detail (party, count, sequence number, statute, charge, class, CIT number, and plea)

Court records officially document the proceedings and decisions in a legal case, serving as evidence of what occurred in court and the foundation for the court’s rulings. Familiarity with court records can impact settlement discussions and negotiations, as parties often refer to similar past cases to predict likely outcomes if the case goes to trial, thereby encouraging settlements. Additionally, court records ensure transparency in the judicial process, allowing the public to observe how decisions are made. This helps maintain trust in the legal system and holds the judiciary accountable to the public.

Are Court Records Public in Santa Fe County?

Yes. Per the New Mexico Inspection of Public Records Act, records maintained by a Santa Fe County Court are subject to public access unless sealed by a court order or exempted from disclosure. Therefore, anyone can inspect or copy court records during normal business hours at the Santa Fe County District Court. The following court records are not inaccessible to the public:

• Adoption records
• Mental health records
• Juvenile records
• Proceedings initiated for the appointment of a conservator
• Proceedings initiated to remove a firearm-related disability
• Proceedings initiated under the Assisted Outpatient Treatment Act
• Wills deposited with the court that have not been submitted to informal or formal probate proceedings
• Proceedings initiated for the appointment of a person to serve as guardian for an alleged incapacitated person

Santa Fe County Court Records Search

The Santa County Courts provide several options to access court records:

• Online through the Case lookup portal
• In person at the court where the case was handled
• By email at sfedrequests@nmcourts.gov
• Online through third-party websites

Santa Fe County Court Records Search by Name

The Santa Fe District Court provides one of the best tools for searching court records by name without charge. The Case Lookup portal allows the public to search for court information using a first, last, or middle name. Upon conducting the search, the portal will return all case records filed in the searched name. Click the case number link to view a particular record. Alternatively, Santa Fe County residents can visit the courthouse during normal business hours to obtain copies of court records. The requester must provide the case party’s name and a valid ID to the court staff to process the request.

Santa Fe County Courts

The Sants Fe County Court is comprised of a District Court, a Magistrate Court, a Probate Court, and several Municipal Courts that operate at the city level. Below are the addresses of all the courts in the county:

Santa Fe County District Courthouse
225 Montezuma Ave.
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone: (505) 455-8250
Fax: (505) 455-8280

Santa Fe County Magistrate Courthouse
2056 Galisteo St.
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Phone: (505) 984-9914
Fax: (505) 986-5866

Santa Fe County Probate Court
100 Catron Street
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Phone: (505) 992-1636

Edgewood Municipal Court
18 Municipal Way
Edgewood, NM 87015
Phone: (505) 286-4518

Santa Fe Municipal Court
2511 Camino Entrada
Santa Fe, NM 87504
Phone: (505) 955-5070

Santa Fe County Superior Court Case Search

Santa Fe County does not have a Superior Court. All case records are handled by the District Court and Magistrate Court. The Magistrate Court handles cases like landlord/tenant disputes ($0-$10,000), traffic citations, criminal misdemeanors, and civil cases where the amount in controversy does not exceed $10,000.

Santa Fe County District Court Records

Santa Fe County is one of three counties within the First Judicial District, which has general jurisdiction over all civil and criminal cases. The First District Court Clerk is responsible for maintaining all district court records for Santa Fe County. Individuals can easily find District Court records through the Case Lookup tool. Users can conduct a name, case number, or DWI search. Copies of District Court documents from court case files can be obtained by email at sfedrequests@nmcourts.gov or in person at the courthouse. In-person requests should be made from Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Copies of District Court records cost $0.35 per page, and certified copies cost $1.50 each.

Santa Fe County Criminal Records

The Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office Records Division accepts criminal record requests by email at shfbackground@santafecountynm.gov. Individuals might be able to request criminal records in person during business hours at the office. The record staff may not charge a fee for inspecting criminal records, but copies of such records typically attract a small fee. The Sherrif’s Office is located at:

Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office
35 Camino Justicia
Santa Fe, NM 87508
Phone: (505) 986-2400

Individuals interested in viewing Santa Fe County arrest records can visit the Corrections Department website. The Department has an Inmate Lookup tool where users can find arrest information of incarcerated individuals. A search can be conducted by booking number, last name, age range, first name, middle name, or gender. Alternatively, requesters can visit the Corrections Department to request copies of arrest records. The front desk is opens from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 a.m. The Department is located at:

Santa Fe County Adult Correctional Facility
28 Camino Justicia
Santa Fe, NM 87508
Phone: (505) 428-3231

Santa Fe County Criminal Court Case Lookup

Members of the public can get criminal case records online, by email at sfedrequests@nmcourts.gov, or in person at the Santa Fe County District Court. Online requesters must use the Case Lookup tool to conduct a name, case number, or DWI search. This service is free. Copies of criminal case records can be viewed at the District Courthouse from Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Plain copies of criminal court records cost $0.35 per page, and certified copies cost $1.50 each.

Get Santa Fe County Civil Court Records

The Santa Fe County District Court offers a Case Lookup tool that allows individuals to search for civil court records using a name or case number. Civil court records not available online can be requested via email at sfedrequests@nmcourts.gov or in person during regular business hours at the District Court. There is a small fee for copies of civil court records. In-person requesters may need to fill out a record request form and must provide a name or case number along with valid identification.

Santa Fe County Family Court Records

The Santa Fe County District Court is the official keeper of family court records. Although most family court records are confidential, some are available to the public. The District Court has a Case Lookup tool that can be used to view public family court records. Users must enter a name or case number to find the desired record. The District Court also issues copies of public family court records by email at sfedrequests@nmcourts.gov or in person at the courthouse. All family court records are processed during normal business hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.). Uncertified copies of family court records cost $0.35 per page, and certified copies cost $1.50 each.

Santa Fe Dissolution of Marriage Records

Dissolution of marriage records, commonly known as divorce records, are available at the Santa Fe County District Court. For a fee, copies can be retrieved during normal business hours. Email requests are also acceptable. However, the District Court recommends that requesters search for dissolution of marriage records online before coming to the office. Online requests can be made via the Case Lookup portal. The search parameter is by name or case number.

Santa Fe County Marriage and Divorce Records

The Santa Fe County Clerk handles marriage license applications, certifies them, and keeps them on file. Copies of marriage applications can be viewed and purchased on the online ClerkTrackWeb portal. Log in with username PUBLIC and password PUBLIC and click the marriage license section. Plain copies of Santa Fe County marriage records cost $1 per copy, while certified copies cost $5.

Divorce records are accessible online, by email at sfedrequests@nmcourts.gov, and in person at the District Court. Electronic divorce records can be viewed on the Case Lookup portal for free. A name or case number is required for the search. In-person requests can be made at the courthouse during normal business hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.). The District Court Clerk charges $0.35 per page for uncertified copies of divorce records and $1.50 each for certified copies.

Santa Fe Birth and Death Records

The Santa Fe County Clerk does not issue birth certificates and only provides the public with a basic death record that includes the deceased's name, date of death, and state of death. Generally, Santa Fe County vital records are confidential and restricted to the immediate family members or those with a tangible interest in the record. Registrants should be able to obtain their own Santa Fe County birth certificate.

Record seekers can find birth and death records at the New Mexico Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics. The Bureau partners with a third-party vendor to issue Santa Fe County vital records of birth and death online and by phone at (877) 284-0963. The processing time is between 3 and 5 business days. UPS Next Day Air delivery costs $44.50 for a birth certificate and $39.50 for a death certificate, while regular U.S. Mail delivery costs $26 for a birth certificate and $21 for a death certificate. Payments can be made via all major credit cards.

Copies of birth and death records can also be obtained by mail. Applicants must submit a Birth (English or Spanish) or Death (English or Spanish) Record Search Application Form. the processing time is between 6 and 12 weeks. A Copy of a Santa Fe County birth record costs $10, while a death record costs $5, which is payable by cash, check, or money order. Mail application to:

New Mexico Vital Records and Health Statistics
2554 Camino Entrada
Post Office Box 26110
Santa Fe, NM 87502

Santa Fe County Probate Court Records

Interested individuals can find probate court records at the Santa Fe County Probate Court. The Court has a Case Look-Up tool where the public can search probate court case docket information from 1922 through the present. Users should log in using “PROBATE” as their username and “PROBATE” as their password. Copies of probate court records can be obtained by phone at (505) 992-1636 or in person at the courthouse during normal business hours. The Clerk charges $1 per page for plain copies of probate court records and $3 for certified copies.

Santa Fe County Probate court records can also be accessed online, by email at sfedrequests@nmcourts.gov, and in person at the First Judicial District Court. Online requests can be made using the Case Lookup tool. A search can be conducted using a name or case number search. In-person requests should be made from Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Santa Fe County Property Records

Santa Fe County property records are subject to the Recording Act and not the Inspection of Public Records Act. Several property records are maintained by different custodians in Santa Fe County. Individuals seeking property records can visit any of the custodian offices during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Most times, the record staff will require a property owner’s name, parcel number, or property address to facilitate the search. Copies of property records attract a small fee, which must be paid in advance.

Typically, record seekers should find property information from the following offices:

• The Santa Fe County Assessor: The Office has a Parcel Property Map Search tool where individuals can view parcel information. A search can be conducted by parcel number, owner's name (last or first), address, or Uniform Property Code (UPC).
• The Santa Fe County Clerk: This Office provides several ways to research and request copies of property documents:
• Online: Individuals can use the Self-service Portal to view and purchase property records. Log in with PUBLIC as username and PUBLIC as password. Payment can be made online with a credit card. Once a credit card payment is complete, the property document will be sent to users by email. Alternatively, users can conduct an index search and pick up property documents in person at the Clerk’s office. Check the online index for the instrument number of the desired record and email the instrument number to clerk@santafecountynm.gov. The processing time takes 2 business days for pick-up. Use INDEX as username and INDEX as password.
• In-person: Individuals can visit the Clerk’s office to use the self-serve computers to view property records for free during business hours. Copies of property records can be printed from the computers for a fee. Standard copy fees apply for copies. Alternatively, requesters can pay the staff at the Clerk’s office to search for property records. A fee of $40 for the first 15 minutes and $40 per hr for every hour thereafter applies.
• The Santa Fe County Treasurer: Individuals can view or print their property tax records by visiting the Santa Fe County Customer Payment Portal. Register for an account and log in to the portal with an email address and password. Upon logging in, click “View Bills” on the left menu bar. Select the desired account and view or print the bill. Afterward, select Continue, and on the next screen, select “View” under the Action column. This will lead to the download of the tax bill document, which can be printed or saved.

Santa Fe County Court Records Online

Members of the public can access court records in Santa Fe County through third-party online resources such as newmexicocourtrecords.us. These searches can be conducted by name or case number. A name search returns results for all case parties with the searched name, while a case number search leads directly to the specific case. Regardless of the search method, basic court information is available for free on third-party websites. However, complete court record information is only provided upon payment of the necessary fees.