New Mexico Department of Public Safety

The meeting included discussions and actions on disciplinary and litigation matters, such as issuing notices of investigations, investigative requests, and contemplated actions regarding certification revocation or suspension. The board also addressed proposed settlements, hearing officer reports, and certification by waiver. Additionally, the board decided to table a specific litigation matter until the next meeting.

The meeting included discussions and reports on various topics. The Director provided an update on the academy, including information on graduated cadets and upcoming training academies. There was a detailed discussion regarding the curriculum, specifically concerning high-risk stops and the consistency of training across different academies. The board also discussed officer misconduct reporting and potential administrative sanctions for agencies that fail to report misconduct. Public comments addressed concerns about high-risk stops, the Safe Pursuit Act, and the need for transparency in law enforcement policies.

The meeting included a legal training session for board members covering topics such as the Open Meetings Act, Inspection of Public Records Act, and Governmental Conduct Act. The agenda included discussions and potential actions regarding certifications for law enforcement officers and public safety telecommunicators, as well as individual disciplinary cases. The chairman reported on the process for issuing law enforcement certifications and addressed concerns about its validity, while the director provided updates on academy programs, curriculum revisions, personnel changes, and the status of the Acadis database. The board also discussed the need for improved training for officers interacting with special needs students and considered the possibility of hiring mental health professionals to work with law enforcement.

The meeting included reports from the Chairman and Director, covering topics such as legislative engagement, funding, and the LEA's role. Discussions involved misconduct reports, compliance with training requirements, facility updates, and curriculum development. The board addressed the interpretation of the 12-month certification requirement, especially considering COVID-19 related academy closures.

The board meeting included a director's report, which introduced the new misconduct case manager, discussed the search for a new Law Enforcement Academy director, and highlighted a pay raise for Law Enforcement Academy instructors. Updates were provided on license holder graduations, advanced trainings, course accreditation, and records training and data management. The board also discussed disciplinary matters, law enforcement certification approvals, and public safety telecommunicator certifications. Public comments were heard regarding strengthening law enforcement infrastructure and addressing unfunded mandates.