Find Court Records in Brockton
Brockton court records are maintained at two main locations: the District Court and Metro South Housing Court at 215 Main Street, and the Superior Court at 72 Belmont Street. Plymouth County's largest city, Brockton handles a significant number of cases each year across criminal, civil, housing, and family matters. Civil case records are searchable for free at masscourts.org, and in-person access is available at both courthouse locations during business hours.
Quick Facts
| City | Brockton |
|---|---|
| County | Plymouth |
| Main Court | Brockton District Court |
| Court Address | 215 Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301 |
| Phone | (508) 587-3300 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Online Search | masscourts.org |
Brockton District Court
The Brockton District Court is at 215 Main Street, Brockton MA 02301. Phone is (508) 587-3300. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. This court handles criminal, civil, small claims, summary process, and motor vehicle cases for Brockton and surrounding Plymouth County communities.
The Brockton District Court location page on mass.gov lists contact details, hours, and directions for the courthouse at 215 Main Street in downtown Brockton.
To search Brockton District Court records, go to masscourts.org and select Plymouth County, then Brockton District Court. Civil case records are searchable by party name. Criminal records require the case number. Public access terminals at 215 Main Street are available during business hours for free on-site searching. If you do not have the case number, a clerk can help you find it in person.
Brockton District Court handles misdemeanor criminal cases and civil claims up to $25,000. Small claims allow parties to resolve disputes for amounts up to $7,000 without a lawyer. The court also handles restraining orders, motor vehicle violations, and other civil matters. It serves as the first point of contact for most criminal cases filed against adults in the Brockton area.
To reach the courthouse, metered street parking is available nearby. Paid parking is also accessible in the area. The MBTA Kingston/Plymouth and Middleborough/Lakeville Commuter Rail lines serve the Brockton area, and local bus routes provide additional access for those commuting to the courthouse by public transit.
Copy fees are standard across Massachusetts courts. Unattested copies cost $0.05 per page. Certified copies are $2.50 per page. A certificate of a court judgment costs $20. Payments go to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts by check or money order. For mail requests, write to the clerk at 215 Main Street, Brockton MA 02301, and include the case name, case number if known, party names, year filed, and the specific documents you need.
Brockton Superior Court
The Brockton Superior Court is at 72 Belmont Street, Brockton MA 02301. Phone is (508) 583-3400. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. This court handles felony criminal cases and civil matters over $25,000 for Plymouth County. If you are looking for records from a major criminal case or a large civil lawsuit involving a Brockton-area party, this is where those records are kept.
Civil case records from Brockton Superior Court can be searched by party name on MassCourts. Criminal records at the superior court level require the case number. If you need to request certified copies, contact the clerk at 72 Belmont Street in person or by mail. Include the case number, party names, year filed, and document type. Enclose payment made to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
When criminal records are sealed, they will not appear in standard public searches. The clerk can confirm whether a sealed case exists without sharing its contents. Sealing typically occurs after a waiting period when a person submits an application to the court following the close of their case.
Metro South Housing Court - Brockton Session
Housing cases in Brockton go through the Metro South Housing Court, Brockton Session, at 215 Main Street, Brockton MA 02301. Phone is (508) 586-3575. Landlord-tenant disputes, eviction cases, and housing code violations for Brockton properties are filed here. This court shares the building with the district court at 215 Main Street.
The Metro South Housing Court Brockton Session page on mass.gov shows contact information, session schedules, and services available for housing cases in the Brockton area.
Housing court records are public in Massachusetts. Civil housing case records can be searched by party name on MassCourts. Summary process (eviction) cases appear with the code SU in the system. Use date range filters to narrow results when looking for a specific filing. For certified copies, contact the clerk at the housing court session with the case number and document details.
The Metro South Housing Court offers a Housing Specialist Department that can connect parties with social services, rental assistance, and housing support programs. A Lawyer for the Day program is also available on certain session dates. If you plan to go to a housing hearing without a lawyer, ask the clerk whether these services are running on your court date. They are free and can help you understand your rights and options before the hearing begins.
Brockton Probate and Family Court
The Brockton Probate and Family Court location page on mass.gov has filing instructions, contact details, and information on the court's jurisdiction over divorce, guardianship, and estate matters in Plymouth County.
The Brockton Probate and Family Court handles divorce, child custody and support, guardianship, adoption, and probate of estates for Plymouth County residents. This court is part of the Plymouth County court system. Records from probate and family cases are generally public, though some documents in active family matters may have restricted access. You can search these records by party name on MassCourts for most civil and estate matters. If a record does not appear, it may be impounded. Ask the clerk about access procedures for the specific case.
Juvenile court records in Brockton are confidential. Parties and their attorneys can request access through the clerk, but members of the general public cannot view juvenile case files. If you believe a matter was filed as an adult case and you cannot find it on MassCourts, call the clerk's office to confirm which court handled it.
Legal Help in Brockton
South Coastal Counties Legal Services serves Bristol County and the South Coast area. Their office is at 22 Bedford Street, Fall River MA 02720, and their phone is 508-676-6265. Their website is sccls.org. They provide free civil legal help to income-eligible residents in areas including housing, family, and benefits law. Call to check eligibility and find out what services are available in the Brockton area.
MassLegalHelp at masslegalhelp.org provides plain-language guides on court procedures, how to file motions, tenant rights, and how to request records. Court Service Centers at mass.gov/court-service-centers offer free walk-in help at many Massachusetts courthouses and can assist with forms, procedure questions, and finding the right place to file your case.
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Brockton court records fall under Plymouth County. Visit the Plymouth County court records page for superior court, probate court, and housing court information.