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Getting help in New Mexico

If you’re ready for a life after betting, here’s a simple path in NM. Official details are below.

1. Step 1: Block access

   • BetBlocker (free) or Gamban
   • Ask someone you trust to hold the admin PIN
   • Mute or remove sportsbook apps and notifications

2. Step 2: Self-exclude

   What’s legal here: Tribal retail sports betting only (no statewide mobile). Racetrack/tribal casinos and lottery available.

   • Voluntary Exclusion (racetrack and participating tribal) · New Mexico Gaming Control Board
   • Open the official page / enrollment path
   • How to enroll: Historically in person only (Albuquerque office by appointment or approved locations). Mail often not accepted. Call 505-841-9700 for an appointment. No mobile sports betting market.
   • Terms: Historically 1 year, 5 years, or lifetime; petition possible after at least 1 year.
   • Coverage: Racetrack casinos and participating tribal casinos (gaming floor). Lottery not covered.

   Verified 200 nmgcb.org; dedicated /self-exclusion path 404 (Oct 2026).

   Before you enroll: withdraw balances you can, save records you might need, cancel recurring deposits. Many terms can’t be shortened. If this state has no statewide list, use blockers, helplines, GA, and operator tools anyway.

3. Step 3: Protect your money

   • Withdraw remaining balances where possible
   • Cancel autopay and remove saved payment methods
   • Download win/loss or tax records you may need later

4. Step 4: Get support

   • Call or text 1-800-GAMBLER / 1-800-MY-RESET.
   • National: call or text 1-800-GAMBLER / 1-800-522-4700 / 1-800-MY-RESET
   • Gamblers Anonymous meetings
   • Gam-Anon for family & friends
   • SMART Recovery
   • My Progress tracker (private, on your device)