Heavy-duty, knob in lock set with one inch dead bolt mechanisms,
Use secondary blocking devices on windows and doors,
Use highly visible decals; beware of dog, neighborhood watch, Alarm Company decals,
Make sure some one can not reach through open windows and unlock doors,
Get to know all your adjacent neighbors,
Communicate about suspicious people and vehicles report these to your Local Law Enforcement,
Remember to secure doors and windows on vehicles while parked either in drive way or on a quick run to the store,
While neighbors are on vacation – pick up news papers and flyers for them; Offer to park your car in their driveway
Use interior and exterior light timers to establish a pattern of occupancy
Use lighting along the walkway and at your doorways
Use lighted motion sensors; a wide variety can be found at your local hardware store to include solar options
Use effective alarm systems, with signage that is visible from the roadway
Make sure your notification list is up to date with Alarm Company
Install a safe away from the master bedroom and change the code periodically
Photograph and record serial numbers to valuables
Duplicate the contents of your wallet by Xeroxing and secure the information, in case you have to quickly report
the items stolen and or missing.
These recommended steps are just a drop in the bucket of many safety options that are available;
please consult with your local
State Police office, for more safety options.
The New Mexico State Police is currently accepting applications for a future academy.
No date has been set for the next Academy.
At this time, a date for the next regular New Mexico State Police Academy has not been scheduled. Please check this website periodically for updated information. If you would like to receive an e-mail notification when the next Academy has been scheduled please email Officer Jonathan Tenerio at Tenorio, Jonathan G, DPS. The New Mexico State Police is accepting applications to have on file for future academy classes.
