Independent institutions that check this jurisdiction's own power — audit, ombudsman, inspector general, civilian review, ethics, and grand-jury bodies established by statute.
The New Mexico State Auditor is independently elected statewide to a four-year term and is a constitutional officer. The office audits state agencies and local governments throughout New Mexico.
Read scorecard → 02 Ethics CommissionThe New Mexico State Ethics Commission, established in 2019, enforces government ethics, campaign finance, and lobbying laws for all public officers, employees, candidates, lobbyists, and...
Read scorecard → 03 Civilian ReviewThe New Mexico Law Enforcement Certification Board, established under NMSA §29-7-4.3 (as amended effective July 1, 2023), is an 11-member board administratively attached to the Department of...
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