Established in 1905, New Mexico State Police preserves human lives and property, protects public peace and the rights of citizens, prevents crime and disorder and enforces federal laws. - It undertakes various criminal cases and works with state, local and federal agencies in the exchange of information to the public. New Mexico State Police maintains a variety of specialized teams, such as accident reconstruction, aircraft aviation, bicycle patrol, bomb team, crime scene and criminal investigation. In addition, the department has an emergency response team, K-9 unit and honor guard. Headquartered in Sante Fe, N.M., New Mexico State Police maintains an office location in Albuquerque, N.M.