• Massachusetts Criminal Records

  Search for felony or misdemeanor criminal charges by requesting records from the Massachusetts state repository.

  • Massachusetts Department of Criminal Justice Information Services
    Request your own or another persons criminal offender record information.
  • Massachusetts Most Wanted
    Search the most wanted fugitives and absconders in the State of Massachusetts.
  • Massachusetts Inmates and Offender Search
    Find the location and release information of individuals incarcerated with the Massachusetts Dept of Corrections.
  • Massachusetts Public and Criminal Record Expungements
    Information and resources to assist in expunging criminal records state and nationwide.
  • Massachusetts Sex Offenders
    Search the Massachusetts Public Safety Sex Offender Registry Board for registered offenders by name or location.
  • How to Seal Juvenile Criminal Records in Massachusetts
    Rules and information for sealing juvenile criminal records

• Massachusetts Arrest Records

  Access arrest records directly from Massachusetts law enforcement agencies individually. Request information of incidents, charges and details from state and local police departments. Records division contact information and requirements to order official reports.

  • Massachusetts State Police Department
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  • Massachusetts Department of Fish & Game
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  • Massachusetts Attorney General
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  • Massachusetts Department of Public Safety
    Law enforcement, traffic, reports and more
  • Massachusetts County Sheriff Arrest Reports
    Directory to county Sheriff offices and reports in Massachusetts.

• Other Massachusetts Popular Public Records Searches

  • Massachusetts Asset Search
    Search government agencies open to the public to find assets of companies, corporations, or individuals.
  • Massachusetts Business & Corporation Search
    Find active and inactive corporations by name from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
  • Massachusetts Judgments and Liens
    Find judgments, liens and UCC filings of any individual in Massachusetts.
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    Access online forms from the state DMV to request a drivers license, complete title registration and more.
  • Massachusetts Genealogy Records
    Browse state archives, historical records, and online databases, search Massachusetts census records to find info about ancestors, family tree and more.
  • Massachusetts Lawyer Lookup
    Verify an attorney's licensing status with the State Bar.
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  • Massachusetts Property Records
    Obtain property tax info by contacting the Massachusetts Registry of Deeds.
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    Search property and claim status by individual name or business through the state treasurer.
  • Massachusetts Vital Records
    Request birth and death certificates, marriage records and divorce filings in Massachusetts.
  • Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care
    Licensing, background checks, investigations of child care providers.
  • Massachusetts Corporations Division
    Obtain corporate records and reports.
  • Massachusetts Uniform Commercial Code Database
    Search UCC database and file statements online.
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    Search recorded real estate documents statewide.
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    Online access to municipal real estate tax assessor information.
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    Verify professional licenses of individuals and corporations.
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    Voter registration, petitions, ballots, federal and state elections.
  • Sex Offender Registry Board
    Online database of convicted sex offenders in your community.
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  • Massachusetts Board of Bar Overseers
    Search state records for an attorney by name or city.
  • Online Directory of Massachusetts State Agencies
    Access branches of government, agencies, offices and departments.
  • Department of Revenue Financial Institution Supervision
    State examinations and regulations of financial institutions.
  • Massachusetts State Library Genealogical Resources
    Historic documents and archives for genealogical research.
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  • Massachusetts Library of Government Data and Documents
    Search state legislative, executive, and judicial documents.
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    Online transactions for driver's licenses, vehicle registrations, titles.
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    Directory of international and regional airports.
  • Massachusetts Department of Fire Services
    Fire codes, data, investigations and firefighter training.
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    Find health insurance coverage and avoid tax penalties.
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  • Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
    Locate a school, district, educational program or organization.
  • Massachusetts U.S. Census
    Population and demographic statistics.

• State of Massachusetts Courts

  Massachusetts' state level Supreme and courts of Appeal offer an open public case search which can be conducted online by docket number, parties, attorney, or lower court judges. Look up upcoming trials on calendar for civil and criminal cases. Self help, forms and special proceedings can be accessed online

  • Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court
    Search publicly available Supreme Court cases.
  • Massachusetts Superior Court
    Felony matters, labor disputes, civil actions and medical malpractice.
  • Massachusetts District Court Courthouses
    Access to federal courts for criminal cases and civil matters.
  • Massachusetts Land Court Department
    Real property matters, title disputes, foreclosures and tax liens.
  • Massachusetts Juvenile Court Department
    Protection petitions, adoption, guardianship, youthful offender cases.
  • Massachusetts Small Claims Courts
    Statutes, rules, standards and forms for filing small claims cases.
  • Massachusetts Trial Court Law Libraries
    Research state laws, regulations, request legal forms and documents.
  • Massachusetts Division of Administrative Law Appeals
    Hearings and proceedings to appeal state agency decisions.
  • Department of Transportation Suspensions and Hearings
    Reinstatement information and forms for suspended driver's licenses.
  • Massachusetts Probate and Family Court Department
    Legal resources for divorce, child support, adoption and wills.
  • Massachusetts Housing Court Department
    Property cases affecting the health, welfare and safety of occupants.
  • United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts
    Request copies of archived documents from federal civil and criminal cases.
  • Massachusetts Bankruptcy Records Search
    Conduct a bankruptcy search through public records to find individual or corporate bankruptcy filings.
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution Services
    Obtain help settling legal disputes without going to trial.
  • Guardianship and Conservatorship Proceedings
    How to request, modify or remove a legal guardian or conservator.

What is the process for someone who is arrested in Massachusetts to go through the jail and court system?

If you get arrested in Massachusetts, you would go to the local police station or county jail. Depending on the severity of the crime, you may be taken to a court in the county where the crime occurred.

What publicly accessible records can be obtained from the Massachusetts Library?

Many public records can be found in Massachusetts libraries. The Massachusetts State Library, for example, provides access to a variety of public records, including birth, death, and marriage records; census records; military records; and court records. Additionally, many local libraries in Massachusetts have access to public records databases.

What are the requirements for obtaining vital records from Massachusetts, and what information is provided in the records?

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is responsible for issuing vital records, such as birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates. To obtain a vital record, you must submit a completed application form, along with the required fee, to the DPH. The application form can be found on the DPH website. The vital records include the following information: -Name of the person on the record -Date and place of birth, death, marriage, or divorce -Names of parents or spouse -Address of the person on the record (if available)

Where is the best place to locate police reports in Massachusetts?

Police reports in Massachusetts can be obtained from the local police department or the Massachusetts State Police. You can also find police reports online through the Massachusetts State Police website.

What information is typically included in a Massachusetts background check?

A Massachusetts background check typically includes a search of criminal records, including felony and misdemeanor convictions, as well as sex offender registry information. Depending on the type of background check, it may also include a search of driving records, credit reports, and other public records.