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Codes Enforcement
The Las Cruces Police Department’s Codes Enforcement Section enforces codes and regulations that promote the health, safety, and welfare of all citizens. The mission is to preserve the environment and beauty of our city.
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Criminal Investigations
The goal of the Criminal Investigations Section is to thoroughly and successfully investigate and prosecute felony crimes which occur within the City of Las Cruces thus making our community a safer place to live and prosper.
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Field Operations Services
The Las Cruces Police Department’s Field Operations Services is overseen by Deputy Chief Paul Brock. The Field Operations Services includes the Patrol Programs (Days, Swings, and Graves), Traffic Program, and Critical Incident Response - Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT).
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Internal Affairs
The goal of the Internal Affairs Office is to ensure that all complaints or allegations against the Las Cruces Police Department or any of its employees are investigated in a thorough, fair, and impartial manner.
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Investigative & Support Services
The Las Cruces Police Department’s Investigative and Support Services is overseen by Deputy Chief Kiri Daines. The Investigations and Support Services include Investigations & Intelligence. Law Enforcement Academy, Community Outreach, Administration Program, and Metro Narcotics.
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Metro Narcotics
The Las Cruces/Dona Ana County Metro Narcotics Agency is the leading organization in combating drug trafficking and dealing in Doña Ana County, NM.
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Patrol Section
The Las Cruces Police Department Patrol Section is the backbone of the department being the first to respond to calls and helping citizens.
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Research & Development
Las Cruces Police Department Research and Development Unit helps enhance the quality of life in our city by researching and developing more efficient and effective ways to provide law enforcement services to our community.
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Specialty Units
The Specialty Units are a group of dedicated officers who specialize in specific aspects of law enforcement and are provided the opportunity and resources to focus on those particular challenges in our community.
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Traffic
The goal of the Traffic Unit is to enhance the safe and efficient movement of motorists, cyclists and pedestrians on or near our city roadways.