Plymouth County

Plymouth County, Massachusetts is a historic coastal county located in the southeastern portion of the Commonwealth, including approximately 659 square miles and home to over 530,000 residents as of recent census estimates. Plymouth County seat is Plymouth, the legendary site of the 1620 Pilgrim landing and home to Plymouth Rock, one of America's most iconic historical landmarks. Established in 1685, Plymouth County is one of the original counties of Massachusetts and holds profound significance in American colonial history. Plymouth County stretches from the Atlantic coastline inland through suburban communities and forested areas, bounded by Norfolk County to the north, Bristol County to the west, and Barnstable County to the southeast. Major municipalities include Brockton (the largest city by population), Plymouth, Bridgewater, Marshfield, Hingham, Duxbury, and Abington. Plymouth County is governed through a commission structure with key offices including Plymouth County Registry of Deeds, located at 50 Obery Street in Plymouth, MA 02360, which maintains all land and property records. Plymouth County Commissioners oversee county functions from their offices at the County Administration Building. Plymouth County Treasurer and Assessor offices handle financial and property valuation matters, though property tax assessment is primarily a municipal function in Massachusetts. Plymouth County's scene ranges from picturesque coastal villages and cranberry bogs to suburban neighborhoods and commercial corridors along Route 3 and Route 24. Plymouth County's unique character blends Revolutionary War heritage, maritime traditions, suburban growth, and modern economic development.

The Plymouth County Superior Court serves Plymouth County and is located at 52 Obery Street in Plymouth. The court handles civil, criminal, family, and probate cases for this county. Court records and case filings can be requested in person or through the Massachusetts online court portal.

The Plymouth County Superior Court, located at 52 Obery Street in Plymouth, handles a wide range of cases, including civil, criminal, family, and probate matters.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Citizens may request arrest records by submitting a public records request directly to the arresting police department or through the local police station's records division.
• Most departments require a written request identifying the specific records sought, and fees may apply for copying and research time.
• Processing times for arrest record requests vary by department but typically range from 10 to 30 days under state public records requirements.

Criminal Records

Criminal records in Plymouth County, MA are maintained by local law enforcement agencies and the court system. Background checks are typically obtained through state-level repositories or authorized vendors. For an authoritative source, see Criminal Records Search - Plymouth County, MA (Arrests, Jails & Most Wanted Reco.

Arrest Records

Arrest records in Plymouth County, MA are public under most state public-records laws unless sealed or expunged by a court. They are maintained by the arresting agency, primarily the County Sheriff's Office and municipal police departments.

Jail & Inmate Records

The Plymouth County jail is operated by the County Sheriff's Office and houses pretrial detainees and short-sentence inmates. Inmate locator tools allow public searches by name or booking number.

• Look up current inmates and booking information at Plymouth County, MA Detainee Lookup.
• Sheriff's Office: Plymouth County Sheriff's Department | Mass.gov.
• The bond and bail process allows release of detainees under conditions set by the court; inquiries about recently arrested individuals can be directed to the jail's administrative office.

• These district courts handle misdemeanor criminal cases, civil matters up to $25,000, small claims, restraining orders, and preliminary hearings.
• In-person record requests can be made at each courthouse's clerk's office during business hours.
• Fees for certified copies are typically $2.50 per page for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page, though rates may vary.
• Online case research through third-party services may incur additional subscription costs.

• Documents recorded before 1970 are available on microfilm and require in-person research or a paid copy request.
• Recording fees vary by document type: a standard deed typically costs $135 for the first page and $5 for each additional page, plus various municipal and state surcharges.
• The Registry of Deeds also provides a free online Registry Mapping System that links property parcels to recorded documents.
• Certified copies of documents can be requested in person or by mail with appropriate fees.

Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.

• Certified copies typically cost $10 for the first copy and $6 for additional copies ordered simultaneously, though fees vary slightly by county.
• Online ordering is available through VitalChek at www.mass.gov/how-to/request-a-birth-marriage-or-death-certificate for an additional convenience fee.
• Processing time is typically 2-4 weeks for mail requests and 10 business days for online orders.
• Expedited service is available for an additional fee.

Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.

• The online database at www.sec.state.ma.us/corpweb/corpsearch allows free searches by business name, entity ID, or registered agent.
• This system provides information on formation dates, registered agents, business addresses, and active/dissolved status.