Find Everett Criminal Court Cases
Everett criminal court records are processed through the Malden District Court, which serves Everett and neighboring communities in Middlesex County. The city has about 49,000 residents and sits just north of Boston along the Mystic River. Everett does not have its own court, so all criminal matters from the city go to Malden first. Felony cases then move to Middlesex Superior Court in Woburn. This page explains how to search Everett criminal records, what fees apply, and where to get legal help.
Everett Overview
Courts Serving Everett Criminal Cases
Everett criminal cases go to the Malden District Court at 89 Summer Street in Malden, MA 02148. The phone is (781) 322-7500. This court handles arraignments, misdemeanor trials, bail hearings, and show cause hearings for Everett. It also serves Malden, Melrose, and Wakefield. The courthouse is a short drive from Everett, just across the city line.
| Court | Malden District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 89 Summer Street Malden, MA 02148 |
| Phone | (781) 322-7500 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
The Malden District Court page on mass.gov shows the full list of communities served and provides contact details for looking up Everett criminal court records.
Felony charges from Everett go to Middlesex Superior Court at 200 Trade Center in Woburn, MA 01801. This is where grand jury indictments are filed and serious cases go to trial. Drug trafficking, armed robbery, and violent felonies all end up at Superior Court. If a case starts at Malden District Court but involves a felony, it gets bound over or indicted at the county level.
The Middlesex Superior Court handles serious criminal cases from across the county, including felony matters from Everett.
The Middlesex District Attorney's office handles all criminal cases from Everett. They prosecute everything from petty theft to homicide. Victim advocates are available through their office to help people affected by crime.
Search Everett Criminal Court Records Online
Go to masscourts.org for the fastest way to search Everett criminal records. This free state portal covers Malden District Court and Middlesex Superior Court. You can search by name or case number. The system shows charges, dates, docket entries, and case status. It is open to anyone and works at any hour.
The Everett Police Department also maintains records related to arrests and incidents. Their website at cityofeverett.com/police has information on how to request police reports. Keep in mind that police records and court records are different. An arrest report comes from the police. Court records cover what happens after charges are filed at Malden District Court.
The Everett Police Department website has details on contacting the department and requesting incident reports.
If you need a statewide background check, use the iCORI system. Visit icori.chs.state.ma.us and create an account. Each search costs $25. The system checks all Massachusetts criminal records at once. Under M.G.L. Chapter 6, Section 172, the state sets out who can use CORI data and for what reasons.
Note: Sealed and juvenile records will not show up in online searches or iCORI results.
Court Record Fees for Everett Cases
Getting copies of Everett criminal court records from Malden District Court uses the standard state fee schedule. Non-certified copies are $0.05 per page. Certified copies cost $2.50 per page. Court certificates are $20. These are the same fees at every Massachusetts court.
You can get copies in person at the clerk's office in Malden. Bring a photo ID and know the name or case number you need. Cash and checks are accepted at the window. You can also request records by mail. Write a letter with the case details, include payment by check or money order, and add a self-addressed stamped envelope. The clerk mails the copies back to you. Call (781) 322-7500 to ask about current processing times for mail requests.
The iCORI background check costs $25 per name. Employers and landlords use this tool often. You can also check your own record. The state's Criminal History Systems Board runs the program under M.G.L. Chapter 6, Section 167.
Sealing Everett Criminal Records
You can ask to seal certain criminal records in Massachusetts. Misdemeanor convictions are eligible 3 years after the case ends. Felonies take 7 years. Cases that were dismissed or ended with a not guilty finding can be sealed right away. The process is the same whether the case was at Malden District Court or Middlesex Superior Court.
To seal a record, file a petition with the Commissioner of Probation. The form is free and available at the courthouse. Under M.G.L. Chapter 6, Section 175, sealed records are hidden from most background checks. Law enforcement can still see them, and some government jobs have access. But for most employers and landlords, a sealed record will not show up on iCORI or MassCourts.
Legal Help for Everett Residents
If you face criminal charges and can't hire a lawyer, ask for a public defender at your arraignment at Malden District Court. The Committee for Public Counsel Services assigns attorneys to people who qualify based on income. Just tell the judge you need a lawyer and can't afford one.
The Massachusetts Bar Association referral line at (617) 654-0400 can connect you with a criminal defense attorney in the area. A first meeting costs $25 for 30 minutes. The Middlesex County Bar Association also does referrals. For free legal guides on the criminal court process, go to masslegalhelp.org. They have step-by-step info on what happens at each stage of a criminal case in Massachusetts.
Middlesex County Criminal Court Records
Everett is in Middlesex County. The Middlesex District Attorney prosecutes criminal cases from Everett and dozens of other communities in the county. For more on courts, records access, and county-wide resources, visit the Middlesex County page.
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