Tax Fraud Investigations Division 

The mission of the Division is to support the overall mission of the New Mexico Tax and Revenue Department (TRD) by enforcing the criminal statutes relative to the New Mexico Tax Administration Act and other related financial crimes, as they impact New Mexico state taxes, in order to identify and prosecute fraud, while encouraging and achieving voluntary compliance with State of New Mexico tax laws.


Additionally, the Division promotes efficiency, effectiveness, equity, honesty, and accountability within TRD through internal auditing, as well as conducts independent administrative and/or criminal investigations.


Tax Fraud Hotline, 1-866-457-6789
Email: Tax.Fraud@state.nm.us


24-Hour Motor Vehicle Fraud Hotline, 1-866-750-4833
Email: zero.fraud@state.nm.us

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Frequently Asked Questions about Reporting Tax Fraud 
Guidelines for Reporting Tax Fraud 
Guidelines for Reporting MVD Fraud

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is tax fraud?

Answer:
Fraud is a deception deliberately practiced for unfair or unlawful gain. As it relates to taxes, it is simply “cheating” by intentionally paying less tax than is legally due. The main difference between an honest mistake and tax fraud is the element of criminal intent.

Q. How does tax fraud affect me?

Answer:
Since dishonest people are not paying their fair share, there is no “level playing field” for businesses or consumers. This can sometimes lead to higher prices, possible tax increases, and inadequately funded school systems, government infrastructure and other government programs. The added burden of covering these shortages falls on honest taxpayers and the taxpaying public.

Q. Which programs are affected by tax fraud?

Answer:
The New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department (TRD) administers several tax programs, all of which may be affected. These include:- Personal Income Tax;- Gross Receipts Tax, also known as CRS (Combined Reporting System);- Corporate Income Tax;- Oil and Gas Tax, and- Cigarette Tax.

Q. Who reports tax fraud?

Answer:
The taxpaying public, private industry and other government agencies including federal, state and local law enforcement are some of the eyes and ears that report suspected tax fraud to the Tax Fraud Investigations Division (TFID).

Q. May I remain anonymous if I call to report someone for tax fraud?

Answer:
Yes, you may remain anonymous; you do not have to provide your name, phone number or any identifying information.
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