Municipal police departments within a county operate independently from each other and from the county sheriff, each serving their respective city or town limits. There are 7 Police Department locations in Lincoln County, New Mexico.

Residents of Lincoln County should be aware of jurisdiction boundaries — the city police handle incidents within city limits, while the county sheriff's office covers unincorporated areas of the county. Contacting the correct agency ensures the fastest response.

List of Lincoln County, New Mexico Police Department

Capitan Police Department

View Details Call Now (575) 354-2153

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Carrizozo City Police Department

View Details Call Now (575) 648-2351

Carrizozo City Police Department

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Carrizozo Police Department

View Details Call Now (575) 648-2351

Carrizozo Police Department

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New Mexico Mounted Patrol - Troop 5

View Details Call Now (915) 760-2021

New Mexico Mounted Patrol - Troop 5

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New Mexico State Police - District 8

View Details Call Now (575) 258-0067

New Mexico State Police - District 8

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Ruidoso Police Department

View Details Call Now (575) 257-7365

Ruidoso Police Department

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Ruidoso Downs Police Department

View Details Call Now (575) 378-4001

Ruidoso Downs Police Department

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Residents of Lincoln County can find their specific city police department by selecting their municipality below. For matters in unincorporated parts of Lincoln County, the county sheriff's office is typically the appropriate agency to contact for law enforcement assistance.

You may also find Police Department locations in neighboring counties including Lincoln.