City Clerk FAQs
Frequently asked questions at the City Clerk
How do I schedule a hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings?
What is the City's retention period?
The City of Albuquerque follows the New Mexico general government administration retention and disposition of public records.
City & State retention periods
How do I update my Voter Registration?
- Voter registration is maintained by the Bernalillo County Clerk.
- 505-468-1290, option 1
- View more information about Voter Registration.
How do I obtain a Marriage License?
- To apply for a marriage license contact the Bernalillo County Clerk
- 505-468-1290, option 4
- View more information about Marriage Licenses.
How do I obtain a Birth or Death Certificate?
- Birth and death certificates are maintained by the Department of Health, Vital Statistics Division.
- 505-827-0121, or 1-866-534-0051
- View more information about Birth or Death Certificates.
How do I obtain Criminal Records or Warrant information?
- Contact the Albuquerque Metro Court
- 505-841-8151
- View more information about Criminal Records and Warrants.
How do I inquire about Suspended or Revoked Driver's Licenses?
- Contact the MVD of New Mexico-888-683-4636
- View more information about Suspended or Revoked Driver's Licenses.
How do I obtain a Divorce Decree?
- Divorce Decrees filed in Bernalillo County are maintained by the 2nd District Court.
- 505-841-7451
- View more information about Divorce Decree.
How do I obtain the Deed to my home?
- Deeds are maintained by the Bernalillo County Assessors Office
- 505-222-3700
- View more information about Property Deeds.
How can I find out if there is a Lien on my home?
- Liens are filed with the Bernalillo County Assessors Office
- 505-222-3700
- View more information about Property Liens.