The New Mexico Courts’ Safe Surrender Program, managed by the Court Operations Analysis Team (COAT), is hosting Safe Surrender events throughout the state. These events are designed to reduce risks to law enforcement and individuals with outstanding warrants while promoting compliance with court orders in a safe and organized environment.  Local justice partners, including law enforcement, community organizations, and legal advocates, are encouraged to attend our Safe Surrender event. Your participation fosters community trust, promotes collaboration, and supports a safer, stronger community.

Program Overview: Impact: 92% of voluntary participants resolve their cases without further non-compliance.

Purpose: Facilitates voluntary surrender for individuals with warrants, reducing risks and encouraging court compliance.

History: Launched by Congress in 2006 under the U.S. Marshals Service, the NM Courts joined in 2010, clearing 701 warrants in the first event. Since 2011, NM Courts independently hosted events, clearing thousands of additional warrants. 

Stats from last three events:
Espanola Safe Surrender: 501 Total Warrants Cleared
Carlsbad Safe Surrender: 1,022 Total Warrants Cleared
Tucumcari Safe Surrender: 945 Total Warrants Cleared