Massachusetts court records are handled at the county or district court level for most cases. The state Supreme Court or appellate court publishes opinions online. Federal cases for Massachusetts are searchable through PACER.
- Use the Massachusetts state judiciary website for statewide court directories and opinions.
- County court clerks maintain civil, criminal, family, and probate case records.
- Federal cases: PACER — U.S. District Court records.
- Pay fines and search by case number, party name, or attorney through the official portal.
- For certified copies, contact the clerk of the specific court where the case was filed.
Court Records Databases
8 official Massachusetts court records sources.
Court Records
Massachusetts Counties
All 14 Massachusetts counties. Click any county for local court, sheriff, recorder and assessor links.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up a Massachusetts court case?▼
Use the Massachusetts state judiciary public portal. Search by case number, party name, or attorney across all court divisions in 14 Massachusetts counties.
Is there a fee for court records?▼
Online docket searches are usually free. Copies of documents and certified records carry a per-page fee — contact the clerk of the specific court.
Where do I find appellate opinions?▼
The Massachusetts Supreme Court and Court of Appeals publish opinions on the state judiciary website.
How do I search federal court cases?▼
U.S. District Court records are available through PACER (per-page fees apply).