Brockton Criminal History Records
Brockton criminal history records are filed and maintained across several courts and agencies in Plymouth County. The city has its own district court, and more serious cases go to Plymouth County Superior Court. Brockton is the largest city in Plymouth County with about 105,000 residents. Criminal records here include arrest logs, court case files, and state CORI reports that cover a person's full history across Massachusetts. This page explains where to find each type of record and how to request them.
Brockton Overview
Where Brockton Criminal Cases Are Filed
Two courts handle criminal cases for Brockton residents. Most cases start at Brockton District Court, which handles misdemeanors, minor felonies, and arraignments. Cases that involve more serious charges get moved up to Plymouth County Superior Court. Both courts sit at 215 Main Street in Brockton, so they share a building, which makes it easier if you need to check both.
Brockton District Court handles a large volume of cases. It serves Brockton and several surrounding towns. You can look up case numbers, hearing dates, and basic case status through masscourts.org. The case search tool is free and open to the public with no login needed.
Plymouth County Superior Court takes over when charges are elevated. Felony indictments, jury trials, and more complex criminal matters go here. The Superior Court is also at 215 Main Street. For record requests at either court, you can contact the clerk's office directly. Fees for certified copies run $2.50 per page. Non-certified copies cost $0.05 per page.
Plymouth Probate Court also sits in the same building. It does not handle criminal cases but does keep records related to guardianships, estates, and family matters that may touch on criminal history in some situations.
Brockton Police Department Records
The Brockton Police Department keeps arrest logs, incident reports, and other law enforcement records. The Records Division is the right place to ask. You can reach them at (508) 941-0234, extension 29811. The department is located at 7 Commercial Street, Brockton, MA 02302.
Police reports in Massachusetts are governed by the public records law. Incident reports are generally public once an investigation is closed. Arrest logs are public. Some details may be redacted if they could harm an ongoing investigation or involve a minor. You submit your request in writing. The department has up to ten business days to respond under state law, though they often reply sooner.
The Brockton Police Department website at brocktonpolice.com has department contact info and some basic guidance on how to reach the Records Division. You can also mail or hand-deliver your written public records request to the station.
The Brockton Police Department serves the full city. Officers make arrests that feed into both the district court docket and, in some cases, the superior court. Arrest records from the police department show date of arrest, charges filed, and booking information. These records are separate from court records, which track what happens after arraignment.
The image below shows the Brockton Police Department website, which is the starting point for requesting local arrest records and incident reports.
Brockton Police Department official website
The Records Division handles public records requests during normal business hours. Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting in person.
Brockton City Clerk Records
The Brockton City Clerk's Office is at 45 School Street, Brockton, MA 02301. You can reach them at (508) 580-7123. The city clerk handles official city records including meeting minutes, ordinances, and vital records like birth, death, and marriage certificates. The clerk's office does not maintain criminal records, but it does keep public records that can be relevant in other contexts.
If you need vital records for a court case or a background check, the city clerk is the right office. Birth and death certificates cost a set fee. You can request records in person, by mail, or in some cases online through the city's portal at brockton.ma.us.
Public records requests to the city clerk follow the same rules as police requests. State law requires a response within ten business days. Most requests are straightforward. If the city clerk's office cannot help with what you need, staff can usually point you to the right agency or court.
Searching Brockton Court Records Online
The Massachusetts court system runs a free public case search at masscourts.org. Anyone can use it. No account is needed. You can search by name, case number, or date. Results show the court, case type, charges, and hearing dates. The tool covers district, superior, and probate courts statewide, so one search can pull up Brockton District Court and Plymouth County Superior Court cases at the same time.
What the online portal shows: case number, filing date, court location, party names, charge descriptions, and scheduled hearing dates. It does not always show the final disposition right away, and some older records may not appear. For complete records, contact the clerk's office at the specific court.
The case portal is updated regularly. It is a good first step before submitting a formal records request. If you find a case in the system, you can note the case number and then contact the clerk to get certified copies of the actual documents. Certified copies cost $2.50 per page. Non-certified copies are $0.05 per page.
The Massachusetts court system overview is available at mass.gov, which also has contact information for each court and guidance on how to request records in person or by mail.
CORI Criminal History Access in Brockton
Massachusetts Criminal Offender Record Information, known as CORI, is the official state criminal history database. The Department of Criminal Justice Information Services (DCJIS) runs it. DCJIS is at 200 Arlington Street, Suite 2200, Chelsea, MA 02150. Their main line is (617) 660-4600.
To get your own CORI report, use the iCORI portal at icori.chs.state.ma.us. This is the fastest option. You create an account, verify your identity, and submit a request. The fee for a personal CORI request is $25. Processing typically takes 24 to 48 hours online. You can also request by mail if you prefer not to use the online system.
CORI reports show criminal convictions, pending cases, and in some situations, charges that did not result in conviction. The depth of what appears depends on the type of request and the requestor's authorization level. Individuals requesting their own record see the most complete version.
Under M.G.L. c. 6 §167, CORI is defined and regulated as a state system. The law sets out who can access what and under what conditions. The DCJIS website at mass.gov/orgs/dcjis has full guidance on the request process, fees, and what each type of report includes.
A full guide to requesting CORI as an individual is posted at mass.gov. The guide walks through each step of the iCORI process and explains the mail-in option for those who prefer it. If you have questions about what appears on your report, DCJIS has staff who can help.
Sealing Brockton Criminal Records
Massachusetts allows people to seal criminal records under certain conditions. Sealing removes a record from public view, though law enforcement can still access sealed records. M.G.L. c. 276 §100A sets the rules for sealing. Waiting periods apply depending on the offense type. Misdemeanors have a shorter wait than felonies. Some offenses cannot be sealed.
If you want to seal a record tied to a Brockton case, you file a petition at the court where the case was heard. That would be Brockton District Court for most cases, or Plymouth County Superior Court for felony matters. The court clerk can provide the forms. Legal aid organizations in the area can help if you are not sure whether your record qualifies. More information on Massachusetts criminal record law is at mass.gov.
Nearby Cities
Other Plymouth County and nearby cities with criminal history record pages.
Plymouth County Criminal History Records
All criminal cases in Brockton are filed under Plymouth County jurisdiction. The county court system covers both the Brockton District Court and Plymouth County Superior Court. County-level records can be searched through the court portal or requested from the clerk's offices at the courthouse on Main Street.