The Honorable
Keith Norwood (2022-present)

Judge Keith Norwood was elected as a municipal judge for the city of Belen in 2022. Prior to becoming a judge, Norwood retired from the New Mexico Department of Corrections after 25 years of distinguished service. During his tenure, he held several leadership roles, including Deputy Warden and Warden. He concluded his career in 2007 as the Deputy Bureau Chief of Audit and Standards, where he oversaw compliance, operational reviews, and institutional accountability across the department.

Originally from Ypsilanti, Michigan and Warner Robins, Georgia, Judge Norwood obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree from New Mexico State University and has been a resident of New Mexico since 1980. Norwood is also the Head Football Coach for Belen Middle School.