Revere Criminal Court Records
Revere criminal court records are handled through the Chelsea District Court, not a Revere court. Revere is a city in Suffolk County with about 62,000 residents just north of Boston along the coast. There is no district court in Revere itself. The Chelsea District Court at 120 Broadway in Chelsea serves Revere for misdemeanor and lesser felony cases. Serious felonies go to Suffolk Superior Court in Boston. You can search Revere criminal cases through the MassCourts online portal or visit the clerk's office at either court to get copies of records.
Revere Overview
Chelsea District Court Serves Revere
The Chelsea District Court is where Revere criminal cases get filed. The court sits at 120 Broadway in Chelsea, which is the next city over from Revere. It handles misdemeanors, lesser felonies, arraignments, and bail hearings for Revere residents. The court also covers Chelsea and Winthrop.
The clerk's office takes records requests during business hours. Walk in with the defendant's name or docket number. Staff can pull the file and make copies while you wait for recent cases. Older files take longer. Call (617) 660-9200 to check on a record before you make the trip. The Chelsea District Court page on mass.gov has hours, forms, and contact details.
Getting to Chelsea District Court from Revere is a short drive or bus ride. The courthouse is less than 10 minutes from most parts of Revere. Street parking is available on Broadway and side streets near the court. Get there early if you want a spot close by.
| Court | Chelsea District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 120 Broadway Chelsea, MA 02150 |
| Phone | (617) 660-9200 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
The screenshot below shows the Chelsea District Court page on mass.gov, which serves Revere criminal cases.
This page lists services, hours, and contact information for the court that handles Revere criminal matters.
Suffolk Superior Court for Revere Felonies
Serious felony cases from Revere go to Suffolk Superior Court. The courthouse is at 3 Pemberton Square in downtown Boston. Drug trafficking, armed robbery, and other major crimes from Revere get handled here after indictment. The criminal clerk's office manages all case files.
Call (617) 788-8160 to reach the Suffolk Superior Court criminal clerk. You can ask about case records by name or docket number. In-person visits let you get copies the same day in most cases. The courthouse is near the Government Center MBTA stop. If you drive from Revere, expect about 15 to 20 minutes depending on traffic, and parking in downtown Boston is costly.
Suffolk Superior Court covers all four communities in Suffolk County: Boston, Chelsea, Revere, and Winthrop. It is one of the busiest courts in the state. The clerk's office handles a large number of records requests each day, so there may be a wait during peak hours.
Search Revere Criminal Court Records Online
The MassCourts portal covers Chelsea District Court and Suffolk Superior Court. You can look up case status, docket entries, and hearing dates for Revere criminal cases. The system is free and runs day and night.
Criminal cases on MassCourts need a docket number to search. You cannot search criminal records by name on this system. That rule applies across all Massachusetts courts. If you do not have the docket number, call the Chelsea District Court clerk at (617) 660-9200. Give them the defendant's name and they can look it up. Once you have the number, the online system lets you track the case from your computer.
For criminal background checks, use the state's iCORI portal. You can check your own record once a year at no cost. Checking another person costs $25 and requires registration. CORI pulls from all Massachusetts courts. That includes Chelsea District Court records and Suffolk Superior Court. The criminal records page on mass.gov has full details on access and eligibility.
Revere Law Enforcement and Court Agencies
The Suffolk County District Attorney's Office prosecutes criminal cases from Revere. The DA's main office is in Boston. They work with the Revere Police Department on investigations and bring charges at both the District and Superior Court levels. You can contact the DA's office for case updates or victim services.
Police reports from Revere are kept by the Revere Police Department. The court does not have police reports in its files. If you need an arrest or incident report, contact the police directly. Court records and police records are two different things. The court file starts at the complaint stage and goes through to disposition. The police file covers the investigation and arrest.
The Suffolk County Sheriff's Department manages the county jail. You can check their site for current inmate information. This covers people in custody now, not those who have been released.
Revere Criminal Court Record Fees
Fees for copies of Revere criminal court records follow the state fee schedule. They are the same at Chelsea District Court and Suffolk Superior Court. Pay at the clerk's window with cash, check, or money order.
- Non-certified copies: $0.05 per page
- Certified copies: $2.50 per page
- Certificate of order or judgment: $20.00
- CORI check (someone else): $25.00
You can mail a request to the clerk's office. Include a check or money order payable to the clerk of the court. Add a self-addressed stamped envelope and the case details. Allow 5 to 10 business days for processing. Older records may take longer. If you cannot pay the fees, file an Affidavit of Indigency with the court. A judge will decide if you qualify for a fee waiver.
Note: Your first personal CORI check each year is free through the state's iCORI system.
Sealing Revere Criminal Records
Massachusetts law allows you to seal criminal records after a set time has passed. Misdemeanors can be sealed 3 years after the case ends. Felonies require 7 years. For Revere cases, you file the petition at Chelsea District Court or Suffolk Superior Court, depending on where the case was heard.
If your case was dismissed or you were found not guilty, you can seal it right away under M.G.L. c. 276, section 100C. There is no filing fee for sealing petitions. Once sealed, the record will not show up on CORI checks or public searches. Forms and instructions are on the criminal records page at mass.gov.
Legal Resources for Revere Residents
Greater Boston Legal Services covers Suffolk County and gives free legal help to people with low income. They can help with criminal record sealing and CORI issues. Call (617) 371-1234 to ask about services. The Massachusetts Bar Association runs a referral line at (617) 654-0400. The first meeting with a referred attorney costs $25 for 30 minutes.
MassLegalHelp at masslegalhelp.org has free guides on criminal records, how to read your CORI report, and step-by-step sealing instructions. All court forms are free on mass.gov.
Suffolk County Criminal Court Records
Revere is in Suffolk County. Criminal cases from the city go through Chelsea District Court or Suffolk Superior Court in Boston. Suffolk County also covers Boston, Chelsea, and Winthrop. For the full county court system, fees, and all court locations, see the Suffolk County page.
Nearby Cities
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