For the modern Rurales of Mexico see: Rurales and For other Rurales types forces see: Rurales (disambiguation)
| Guardia Rural | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1920s–1950s (second stage) 1970s–present (modern) |
| Country |  Mexico |
| Branch |  Mexican Army |
| Type | Gendarmerie |
| Nickname(s) | Rurales |
| Engagements | |
The Rurales are a Mexican part-time militia called the Cuerpo de Defensa Rural (Rural Defense Corps).