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How to Search Massachusetts Wants & Warrants (Start Here)
Active warrants in Massachusetts are maintained by law enforcement at state, county, and local levels. There is no single database of all warrants in Massachusetts.
What this page covers: Massachusetts state warrant databases, most-wanted lists, and county-level warrant search tools where available. What it does not cover: Federal warrants (those are handled by the U.S. Marshals and FBI).
Where to start: Check the state law enforcement agency first for statewide warrant searches. For county-level warrants, contact the county sheriff. Many county sheriffs post active warrant lists on their websites.
Common mistake: Most-wanted lists only show high-priority fugitives. If you need to check whether someone has any active warrant, a most-wanted list is not enough — contact the county sheriff or clerk of court directly.
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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: Massachusetts wants & warrants URL verified against the official state publisher at www.massmostwanted.org on the review date. 6 primary .gov sources cited below.
Massachusetts Wants & Warrants — Key Facts (2026)
Outstanding warrants, fugitive lists, and active sheriff's warrants for Massachusetts — what's public, what isn't, and how to verify in 2026.
Public
Public-facing fugitive list
Yes (state portal)
Sealed
Active arrest warrants
Often non-public until executed
NCIC
Federal warrant index
Law enforcement only
$0
Cost of public warrant lookup
Free in most states
24-48h
New filings lag
Typical processing delay
Where a warrant lives (typical visibility)
Sheriff most-wanted list
100%
State fugitive portal
90%
NCIC (federal index)
0%
Sealed arrest warrant
0%
FBI Top-10 (national)
100%
Unit: % publicly searchable.
What Changed in 2026 — Massachusetts Wants & Warrants
2026
Massachusetts wants & warrants portal active
The official Massachusetts portal at www.massmostwanted.org continues to serve as the canonical entry point for wants & warrants in 2026.
For 2026, Massachusetts continues to publish wants & warrants information through state-authorized portals; check www.massmostwanted.org for current fees and processing times.
Federal record types (federal liens, federal land, federal vital statistics) continue to live OUTSIDE Massachusetts's state portal — see the Primary Sources below for the .gov complement.
If you believe that you know the location of one of these fugitives · Immediately call the State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section at (800) 527-8873, (508) 820-2121 , or your local authorities if you believe you have spotted one of these fugitives.
A .mass.gov website belongs to an official government organization in Massachusetts. ... A lock icon ( ) or https:// means you've safely connected to the official website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. ... Below are fugitives wanted by the Massachusetts State Police.
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10, Randolph Police executed an early morning search warrant at DUNCAN’S Dorchester home on Stratton Street, with the assistance of the Boston Police SWAT unit, but were unable to locate him. Chief Pace would like to thank the Boston Police Department Gang Unit, Boston Police Fugitive Apprehension Unit, Boston Police SWAT unit and the Massachusetts State Police Fugitive Apprehension Unit for their assistance with this investigation.
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Springfield Police Officers assigned to the Warrant Apprehension Unit work with members of the U.S. Marshals Violent Fugitive Task Force, Massachusetts State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section (VFAS) and Hampden County Sheriff’s Department. Their primary function is to locate and apprehend fugitives wanted on outstanding felony warrants.
Where do I check the Massachusetts most-wanted list?▼
Massachusetts's statewide wanted-persons and active-warrant information is published by the Official Massachusetts Wants & Warrants. View the current list at www.massmostwanted.org. Additional federal fugitives can be reviewed on the FBI Most-Wanted portal.
How do I know if I have an outstanding warrant in Massachusetts?▼
Most warrants in Massachusetts are issued at the county or municipal level by the local court or sheriff. The Official Massachusetts Wants & Warrants (www.massmostwanted.org) publishes statewide and felony-level warrant data; for misdemeanor and traffic warrants you generally must contact the clerk of the issuing court directly. Sheriffs in each county also maintain local active-warrant pages.
Can a private person serve or enforce a warrant in Massachusetts?▼
No. Only sworn law-enforcement officers can serve and execute warrants in Massachusetts. Civilians who locate a wanted person should report the information to the Official Massachusetts Wants & Warrants or local law enforcement at www.massmostwanted.org rather than attempt direct contact. Some Massachusetts warrants also carry a reward administered by the issuing agency.
How do I clear an old Massachusetts warrant?▼
A Massachusetts warrant generally must be cleared through the court that issued it — by appearing in person, hiring counsel, or filing a motion to quash. The Official Massachusetts Wants & Warrants can confirm whether a warrant is currently active in the statewide system at www.massmostwanted.org, but only the issuing judge can recall or quash it.
Does Massachusetts share warrant data with other states?▼
Yes. Massachusetts warrants that meet entry criteria are uploaded to the FBI's National Crime Information Center (NCIC), making them visible to law enforcement nationwide. The Official Massachusetts Wants & Warrants at www.massmostwanted.org manages Massachusetts's NCIC interface and entry standards.
