Access Everett Criminal History Records
Everett criminal history records cover arrests, court case filings, and state CORI reports for residents of this Middlesex County city of about 46,000 people. Everett does not have its own district court. Criminal cases here are handled by Malden District Court, with more serious matters going to Middlesex County Superior Court in Woburn. This page covers where to find each type of record, how to request it, and what tools the state provides online.
Everett Overview
Courts That Handle Everett Criminal Cases
Everett criminal cases go to Malden District Court. That is the district court with jurisdiction over Everett, and it handles arraignments, misdemeanors, and lower-level felony charges for city residents. Malden District Court is located at 89 Summer Street, Malden, MA 02148. It is worth knowing this if you are searching for Everett cases, since the court name does not include "Everett."
For felony indictments and more serious criminal matters, cases move up to Middlesex County Superior Court at 200 Trade Center, Woburn, MA 01801. The Superior Court runs jury trials, handles grand jury proceedings, and manages more complex criminal matters from across Middlesex County including Everett.
The free court portal at masscourts.org covers both Malden District Court and Middlesex County Superior Court in one search. No login is required. You can search by name or case number and pull up case status, charge descriptions, and hearing dates. If you are looking for an Everett case and searching by name, results from Malden District Court will show up alongside Superior Court results.
For certified copies of case records, contact the clerk's office at whichever court handled the case. Certified copies cost $2.50 per page. Non-certified copies run $0.05 per page. You can reach out to the clerk by phone or send a written request by mail if you cannot visit in person.
Everett Police Department Records
The Everett Police Department is at 45 Elm Street, Everett, MA 02149. The main number is (617) 389-2120. For records requests, call the Records Division at (617) 394-2333. That line handles arrest logs, incident reports, and booking records for the city.
Arrest records from Everett Police document the date of arrest, charges at booking, and officer information. They reflect what happened at the point of arrest. Court records pick up from there, tracking the case through arraignment and beyond. Both types together give a more complete view of a person's criminal history in Everett.
Under Massachusetts public records law, arrest logs are public. Incident reports are also generally available once a case is no longer active. Some content may be redacted for an ongoing investigation or if a minor is involved. You submit a written request, and the department must respond within ten business days. Requests are often filled sooner than that.
The Everett Police website at cityofeverett.com/departments/police has contact information for the Records Division. You can deliver your written request in person or send it by mail to the station.
The image below shows Middlesex County Superior Court in Woburn, which handles felony cases for Everett residents.
Middlesex County Superior Court on mass.gov
The Records Division at Everett Police operates during regular business hours. Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting.
Everett City Clerk Records
The Everett City Clerk is at 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149. The office number is (617) 394-2270. The clerk keeps vital records, city ordinances, council meeting minutes, and other official city documents. Criminal records are not held here, but birth and death certificates sometimes come up in legal matters.
If you need a vital record for a court case or other legal purpose, the city clerk is the right contact. Requests can be made in person or by mail. The Everett city website at cityofeverett.com/departments/city-clerk has forms and guidance on submitting requests.
State public records law applies to all city clerk records. The office must respond within ten business days. Routine requests are often handled quickly. If you need help finding the right agency or court, the clerk's office staff can point you in the right direction.
Searching Everett Court Records Online
The state court case portal at masscourts.org is free and open to anyone. No account is needed. You can search by full name, partial name, or case number. Results show court, case type, charge details, and scheduled dates.
When searching for Everett cases, keep in mind the cases appear under Malden District Court, not a court named for Everett. A name search will still return the right results since the portal searches by party name across all courts. Once you find a case, note the case number and call the clerk at the listed court to request copies.
The portal may not always reflect the final outcome right after a hearing, and older cases may not appear in the system. For complete and certified records, the clerk's office at the courthouse is more reliable. Certified copies cost $2.50 per page. Non-certified copies are $0.05 per page.
The Massachusetts court system overview at mass.gov lists every court location and clerk contact in the state. It is a useful starting point before reaching out to a specific court.
CORI Access for Everett Residents
CORI stands for Criminal Offender Record Information. It is the official Massachusetts criminal history database, managed by the Department of Criminal Justice Information Services. DCJIS is at 200 Arlington Street, Suite 2200, Chelsea, MA 02150. Call (617) 660-4600 with questions about the system or your record.
To get your own CORI, go to the iCORI portal at icori.chs.state.ma.us. You create an account, verify your identity, and submit a request. The fee for a personal CORI is $25. Online processing takes 24 to 48 hours. A mail-in option is available through DCJIS if you prefer not to use the web portal.
A CORI report shows convictions, pending cases, and sometimes charges that were not prosecuted. The level of detail depends on who is requesting and what type of request is submitted. Individuals pulling their own record see the most complete version. Under M.G.L. c. 6 §167, CORI is defined in state law with clear rules about access levels and authorized uses.
A guide to requesting your own CORI is at mass.gov/how-to/request-cori-as-an-individual. The DCJIS overview page at mass.gov/orgs/dcjis covers fees, request types, and how to reach staff for help with questions.
Sealing Criminal Records in Everett
Massachusetts allows sealing of criminal records under M.G.L. c. 276 §100A. Sealing removes a record from public view, but law enforcement retains access. Waiting periods vary by offense type. Misdemeanors have a shorter wait. Felonies take longer. Some crimes are not eligible to be sealed.
For an Everett case, you file the sealing petition at the court that handled the original matter. For most Everett cases, that is Malden District Court. Felony cases that went to Middlesex County Superior Court in Woburn go back there for the petition. The clerk at either court can provide the forms. Legal aid groups serving Middlesex County can help you work out whether your case qualifies and how to file. Full information on Massachusetts criminal record law is at mass.gov.
Nearby Cities
Other Middlesex County and nearby cities with criminal history record pages.
Middlesex County Criminal History Records
Everett criminal cases are filed under Middlesex County jurisdiction. Malden District Court and Middlesex County Superior Court in Woburn are both part of that system. County-level records can be searched through the state court portal or requested from the clerk's offices at either courthouse.