County Clerk

Contact Info

505-662-8010 main line

505-662-8008 fax

clerks@lacnm.us

1000 Central Ave., Suite 240

Monday-Friday, 8 am - 5 pm

Closed 12 pm - 1 pm (Lunch)

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Naomi D. Maestas
County Clerk

Term Ends: 12/31/2024
naomi.maestas@lacnm.us

clerks@lacnm.us
elections@lacnm.us (use for all election-related inquiries)
(505) 662-8010

MISSION:
To preserve, maintain, secure and provide convenient access, in perpetuity, to all public records entrusted to the Clerk's Office. To maintain voter registration files and conduct fair, honest, transparent and accurate elections. To provide prompt and courteous service, processing each transaction in an accurate, thorough, cost-effective, timely and professional manner, while always remembering that we are here to serve the citizens.

HOW TO GET SERVICE DURING THE PANDEMIC:
- Apply for a marriage license online
- Schedule an appointment to obtain a marriage license
- Register to vote or update voter registration
- Document Request Form
- Schedule notary services
- Record Documents
- Search public documents

Staff are also available by phone at 505-662-8010 or clerks@lacnm.us to assist customers

ATTENTION LOS ALAMOS VOTERS: We now have a new designated email for all your Election related needs or questions, elections@lacnm.us.

While this email is dedicated to all Los Alamos Military voters, their families, and those residing outside the United States, it is also intended for all voters to ensure their election needs are met in a timely manner.

May31

Clerk's Office Closed - Memorial Day Holiday

8:00AM - 5:00PM @ Clerk's Office Closed - Memorial Day Holiday -1000 Central Avenue, Suite 240, Los Alamos NM 87544

Jul05

Clerk's Office Closed - Independence Day Holiday

8:00AM - 5:00PM @ Clerk's Office Closed - Independence Day Holida -1000 Central Avenue, Suite 240, Los Alamos NM 87544

Sep06

Clerk's Office Closed - Labor Day Holiday

8:00AM - 5:00PM @ Clerk's Office Closed - Labor Day Holiday -1000 Central Avenue, Suite 240, Los Alamos NM 87544

ABOUT THE COUNTY CLERK OFFICE

The County Clerk is responsible for the recording, indexing, archiving and retrieval of permanent records. Currently, the Clerk’s Office maintains a records database with over 107,000 electronic public record documents, with retrieval assistance provided to the public daily. The County Clerk also manages an online records website containing record index information, which can be searched and viewed 24/7. Public records, such as deeds, mortgages, liens, and other documents written and acknowledged, are recorded daily. A portion of the recording and filing fees collected are utilized to purchase and maintain hardware and software that support the recording and archiving processes. In 2013, the County Clerk initiated a free service, known as FraudSleuth, in which emails are sent to subscribers, notifying them if anything is recorded under their name. To date, there are 744 registered subscribers, an increase of 19% since March 2020.

The County Clerk issues, records and maintains state mandated marriage licenses, retrieving and providing copies, upon request. In 2014, the Online Marriage Application module was launched, allowing applicants to process the application online, thereby expediting the process. The County Clerk acts as the Clerk to the Probate Court and is the custodian of all Probate Court records, providing administrative support, as needed.

The County Clerk serves as the Clerk of the County Council, attends meetings, preserving a record of the proceedings. The Clerk’s Office publishes and files government documents such as ordinances and resolutions, which are accessible using the online records website. In 2015, over 500 Probate Case files were scanned into records database for record retention and retrieval.

The County Clerk works closely with the Secretary of State to conduct all federal, state, county, and local elections, in compliance with federal, state and local charter. The office maintains election and voter registration records and voting systems. Delivers voter outreach to increase voter awareness in the community.

The County Clerk and staff perform general administrative support services, including financial management, in addition to serving as notary public, providing attestation and administering oaths.

LEGAL ADVICE LIMITATION: Staff in this office MAY NOT fill out forms or offer such direction to the public. NM County Employees are prohibited from giving LEGAL ADVICE. Please contact a qualified licensed attorney for legal advice regarding the appropriate language, format, and/or process for matters handled by this office.

COUNTY CLERK STAFF

Adrianna Ortiz
Chief Deputy Clerk
at.ortiz@lacnm.us
(505) 662-8395

Steve Fresquez
Elections Manager
steve.fresquez@lacnm.us
(505) 662-8010

Victoria L. Martinez
Senior Deputy Clerk
victoria.martinez@lacnm.us
(505) 662-8010

Tori Montoya
Senior Deputy Clerk
victoria.montoya@lacnm.us
(505) 662-8010

Anna Archuleta
Deputy Clerk - Casual
anna.sanchez@lacnm.us
(505) 662-8010

Ubaldo Barela
Student Clerk - Casual
u baldo.barela@lacnm.us
(505) 662-8010

CLERK AND NM SECRETARY OF STATE - NEWS & NOTICES

03/05/2021 NEWS RELEASE: 2021 Board of Registration Completes Review...

11/30/20 NEWS RELEASE: 2 020 Post-Election Audit Complete

11/10/20 NEWS RELEASE: 2020 General Election Results Official

7/6/20: Clerk's Office to Limit In-Person Services, as the COVID-19 Continues

ONLINE RECORDS PORTAL & FRAUDSLEUTH INFO

ONLINE RECORDS PORTAL
Use the link above to access our online records website where you can search the index of documents that have been recorded in the County Clerk's Office. This includes deeds, mortgages, judgments, liens, etc. You can also search and view official County government documents.This includes minutes, ordinances, code ordinances and resolutions.

FraudSleuth | A tool to help detect possible fraudulent activity

CountyFusion's FraudSleuth tool aids in the detection of possible fraudulent activity regarding documents filed in the County offices where land records are maintained. Property fraud has become an increasingly common concern in the United States. According to the FBI, it is the fastest growing white collar crime. This crime can be unthinkable and devastating for homeowners.

The Los Alamos County Clerk's Office wants to give constituents a way to prevent such acts and detect possible fraudulent activity on their property. The Los Alamos County Clerk's Office has implemented FraudSleuth as part of the records search portal to protect your investment. Our goal is to prevent the loss of time, money and worries associated with correcting mortgage and deed fraud.

FraudSleuth | Simplified Name Search

CountyFusion's FraudSleuth is a user-friendly online tool that allows citizens to conduct simple name searches and conveniently access the index of public records that have been filed in the Los Alamos County Clerk's Office from 2001 to present.

To utilize FraudSleuth, visit our Online Records Website, and click on the FraudSleuth icon. Enter your name in the appropriate fields and click the "Search" icon found to the right of the General Criteria field. The results screen will provide an index of documents recorded against your name in the Los Alamos County Clerk's Office.

If you have questions, please call our office at (505) 662-8010.

HELPFUL LINKS

New Mexico Secretary of State

United States Senators

United States Representatives

New Mexico State Officials

New Mexico State Senators

New Mexico Legislature

New Mexico State Representatives

New Mexico Statutes and Constitution

New Mexico Administrative Code

New Mexico Supreme Court

New Mexico State Court

Justices of the Supreme Court

Judges of the Court of Appeals

First Judicial District Judges

First Judicial District Court

Help America Vote Act (HAVA)

Southwest Voter Registration Education Project

CLERK ORGANIZATIONAL LINKS

New Mexico Municipal League (NMML)

New Mexico Counties (NMC)

International Association of Government Officials (IAOGO)

Election Center

List of NM County Clerks

It is important that our voters are receiving accurate election information. County Clerk Maestas would like to remind voters that the Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office is your trusted, credible, and verified source for election information.

We will continue to promote #TrustedInfo2020 via our social media outlets, which encourages voters to go directly to election officials websites and verified social media pages to ensure that they are getting accurate information. Through this initiative, we will continue to inform voters about the election process, voter registration, voting, and much more. Ultimately, the goal of our office is to empower every eligible Los Alamos County resident to register to vote and make their voice heard in every election.

Make sure you follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for all your election information.

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