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Chelsea District Court: The Court That Serves Revere

Revere has no district court of its own. All district court cases involving Revere residents or Revere addresses are handled at Chelsea District Court, 120 Broadway, Chelsea MA 02150. This is important to know when you're searching for records, because looking under "Revere" in the court system won't find a district court listing. You need to search under Chelsea District Court instead.

Chelsea District Court at 120 Broadway in Chelsea handles all district court matters for Revere, including criminal arraignments, civil claims, small claims, and restraining orders.

The main clerk phone is 617-660-9200. Probation is a separate line: 617-660-9300. The fax number is 617-660-9299. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The Chelsea Juvenile Court is at the same address, phone 617-660-9226, and handles juvenile matters for Revere residents as well.

Getting to Chelsea District Court from Revere is manageable. The MBTA Newburyport/Rockport commuter rail line stops at Chelsea Station. The Silver Line SL3 also serves Chelsea. From Chelsea Station to the courthouse at 120 Broadway is about a 15-minute walk. Metered parking is available near the courthouse, though street parking in the immediate area is limited.

Chelsea District Court handles misdemeanor criminal cases, civil claims up to $25,000, small claims, restraining order applications, and arraignments on felony charges before they move to superior court. If a Revere resident has a court record in the district court system, it will be at Chelsea. To search online, go to masscourts.org and select District Court, then Suffolk County, then Chelsea District Court.

Suffolk County Superior Court and Probate Court

Serious felonies and large civil cases from Revere go to the Suffolk County Superior Court. There are two contact numbers: criminal at 617-788-8160 and civil at 617-788-8175. The address is 3 Pemberton Square, Boston MA 02108. Superior court handles major felony charges and civil cases seeking damages above the district court limit. Jury trials for most serious crimes take place here. These records are public and can be reviewed in person at the clerk's office in Boston.

The Suffolk Probate and Family Court is at 24 New Chardon Street, Boston MA 02114, phone 617-788-8301. Divorce cases, custody disputes, guardianship petitions, wills, and estates for Revere residents are filed at this location. These records are generally public. When searching for a Revere probate or divorce record, look under Suffolk County at the probate court in Boston. The masscourts.org portal includes probate court records for Suffolk County.

Suffolk County also has specialty courts that some Revere residents may encounter. The Mental Health Court handles defendants whose cases involve mental health considerations. The Recovery Court focuses on substance use-related offenses. The Homeless Court and the Veterans' Treatment Court serve specific populations with tailored programs. If a Revere resident's case was routed to one of these specialty courts, the records are still part of the Suffolk County court system and can be searched accordingly.

Eastern Housing Court and Online Search

Housing court matters for Revere are handled by the Eastern Housing Court. Its address is 24 New Chardon Street, Boston MA 02114, phone 617-788-6233. This court handles eviction cases (summary process), rent withholding actions, and housing code enforcement matters. Revere residents who receive an eviction notice or who want to file a complaint about housing conditions will deal with the Eastern Housing Court. All housing court cases are public records.

The Eastern Housing Court in Boston serves Revere for all housing-related court matters, including eviction proceedings and code enforcement cases.

To search Revere court records online, use masscourts.org. For district court cases, select Suffolk County and then Chelsea District Court. For superior court cases, select Suffolk County superior court. For housing court cases, select Eastern Housing Court. You can search by party name or case number across all divisions. The system covers most cases from recent years, but older files and sealed cases won't appear in the public results.

The MassCourts portal at masscourts.org is the primary tool for searching court records tied to Revere, including Chelsea District Court and Suffolk County superior court cases.

The MassCourts portal shows basic case information: party names, case type, filing date, and current status. It doesn't provide full document images in most cases. For actual filings and certified copies, you'll need to go to the clerk's office in person or submit a mail request. The online portal is most useful for confirming a case exists and getting the case number before you make a trip.

Legal Aid and Resources for Revere Residents

Greater Boston Legal Services serves Revere as part of Suffolk County. Their office is at 197 Friend Street, Boston MA 02114, phone 617-371-1234. They provide free civil legal assistance to income-eligible individuals. Their work covers housing, family law, immigration, public benefits, and other civil matters. They do not handle criminal defense cases. Call to ask about income eligibility and current intake procedures. They may have a wait, so reach out early if you have a time-sensitive issue.

The Massachusetts court system's website has a self-help center with guides and forms for common court matters. You can download small claims forms, civil complaint forms, and restraining order applications without making a trip to the courthouse. Completing forms in advance can make your visit to the clerk's office go faster and reduce the chance of having to come back to correct an error.

If you need a private attorney, the Massachusetts Bar Association has a lawyer referral service. Many attorneys offer an initial consultation at low or no cost. For simpler civil matters like small claims cases, self-representation is common and the court's self-help materials are designed to support it.

The Suffolk Law Library is another option for legal research. It's located within the Suffolk County courthouse complex in Boston and is open to the public. Staff can help you find statutes, court rules, and forms, though they cannot give legal advice. If you're handling your own case and need to understand the procedural rules or look up a statute, the law library is a free resource.

How to Request Court Records for Revere Cases

For district court records, go to Chelsea District Court at 120 Broadway, Chelsea MA 02150. The clerk's office is open Monday through Friday during business hours. Bring the case number if you have it. If not, give the clerk the names of the parties and approximate dates. Fees apply for copies. Ask about payment methods before you go.

For superior court records, contact the Suffolk County Superior Court clerk's office at 3 Pemberton Square in Boston. For probate records, go to the Suffolk Probate and Family Court at 24 New Chardon Street. Each court manages its own records. Make sure you're requesting from the right court before you send a mail request or make a trip.

Mail requests are accepted at all these courts. Send a written request with the names of the parties, case type, and approximate date filed. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope and payment for the fee. Call ahead to confirm the current fee amount. Turnaround times vary. Simple requests may be filled in a few days. Others may take longer, especially if the file needs to be retrieved from off-site storage.

If a record is sealed, the clerk will tell you that access is restricted. You cannot view a sealed record without a court order. If you have a specific need for a sealed record, an attorney can advise you on whether it's worth filing a motion to unseal and what the chances of success might be. Don't expect quick access to sealed records; the process takes time even when a judge approves the request.

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Revere court records fall under Suffolk County. Visit the Suffolk County court records page for superior court, probate court, and housing court information.