NMDPS also provides technical communications and forensics support to the public and other law enforcement agencies.

The cabinet secretary is appointed by the governor with the approval of the New Mexico Senate, to serve at his or her pleasure.

Technical Support provides forensic science services through northern and southern laboratories.

The Division also provides criminal records history information, mission person's clearinghouse, sex offender registration tracking, and uniform crime reporting.

The Information Technology Division operates the New Mexico Law Enforcement Telecommunications System and provides connectivity to 180 criminal justice agencies across the State.