Massachusetts records over 85,000 arrests annually; law enforcement agencies in Plymouth County make about 1,500 of these arrests, contributing approximately 1.8% of the state's total arrests. These arrest records are available to the public under state Public Records Laws, with copy fees ranging from $5 to $25. However, certain records, including those related to juveniles, domestic violence, sexual assault, ongoing investigations, and witness safety, are exempt from disclosure. Specific authorized parties, including the person named on the record and law enforcement agencies such as courts like Plymouth District Court, the District Attorney's Office, and the police, may access these exempt records. However, access to them is typically restricted.
Plymouth County arrest records may be accessed through several agencies, including the Sheriff's Office, local Police Departments, and Department of Criminal Justice Information Services.
You may obtain copies of arrest records from the Sheriff's Office by contacting its Public Records Access Officer (RAO) at (508) 830-6200 or in person at:
Plymouth County Sheriff's Office 24 Long Pond Road Plymouth, MA 02360.
The sheriff's office also offers an inmate search that may be used to view selected arrest-related information online.
To access Plymouth County arrest records, interested persons should visit the local police department overseeing the city or town where the arrest was made. You must provide details such as the individual's name and arrest date, and a fee may be required. Some PDs offer online "Public Records" requests through their official websites or show recent incident logs. Major police departments in the county include:
The Plymouth County District Attorney's Office (PCDAO) maintains criminal records for cases prosecuted within the county. A $25 fee applies per request. Individuals can request by contacting the Records Division at (508) 584-8120. To obtain copies of criminal records, submit a written request to:
Plymouth County District Attorney's Office
Records Division
166 Main Street
Brockton, MA 02301
Records of arrests that lead to charges being brought against the offender are available at the Plymouth County Superior Court (for cases punishable by more than 2.5 years in prison) or the county's various District Courts (for other cases). You may access these records online via the Massachusetts Judicial Branch's Trial Court Case Access platform or in person at the courthouse where the case was filed. You will generally be required to provide a name or case number to facilitate a record search and pay a copy fee.
In addition to these options, you may also access Plymouth County arrest records through reputable third-party websites like InfoTracer. These websites generally offer convenience, faster access, and broader search options.
Plymouth County had an arrest rate of 11 arrests per 1,000 residents according to the Massachusetts Crime Statistics, Plymouth County Sheriff's Department, Massachusetts Crime Statistics, and FBI Crime Data Explorer. Below are the recorded arrest statistics for adults and juveniles in Plymouth County.
| Arrest Type | Number of Arrests |
|---|---|
| Murder and Non-negligent Manslaughter | 4 |
| Negligent Manslaughter | 0 |
| Robbery | 42 |
| Rape | 18 |
| Aggravated Assault | 512 |
| Simple Assault | 1,253 |
| Arson | 8 |
| Burglary/Breaking & Entering | 127 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 61 |
| Larceny | 589 |
| Total Crimes Against Persons (Violent Crimes) | 1,830 |
| Total Property Crimes | 1,186 |
| Total Number of Arrests | 8,741 |
Source: Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS)
| Department | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Abington Police Department | 215 Central St | 781-878-3232 |
| Bridgewater Police Department | 220 Pleasant Street | 508-697-6118 |
| Brockton Police Department | 7 Commercial Street | 508 941-0200 |
| Carver Police Department | 112B Main St | 508-866-2000 |
| Duxbury Police Department | 155 Mayflower St | 781-934-5656 |
| East Bridgewater Police Department | 153 Central Street | 508-378-7223 |
| Halifax Police Department | 540 Plymouth Street | 781-294-8713 |
| Hanover Police Department | 129 Rockland Street | 781-826-3231 |
| Hanson Police Department | 775 Main St | 781-293-4625 |
| Hingham Police Department | 212 Central St | 781-749-1212 |
| Hull Police Department | 1 School Street | (781) 925-1212 |
| Kingston Police Department | 244 Main Street | (781) 585-0523 |
| Lakeville Police Department | 296 Bedford Street | 508-947-4422 |
| Marion Police Department | 550 Mill Street | (508) 748-1212 |
| Marshfield Police Department | 1639 Ocean Street | 781-834-6655 |
| Mattapoisett Police Department | 64 County Road | (508) 758-4141 |
| Middleboro Police Department | 99 N Main St | (508)947-1212 |
| Norwell Police Department | 300A washington Street | 781-659-7979 |
| Pembroke Police Department | 80 Center St | 781-293-6363 |
| Plymouth Police Department | 20 Long Pond Rd | 508-830-4218 |
| Name | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater State Hospital | 20 Administration Road | 508-279-4500 |
| Massachusetts Correctional Institution - Plymouth | Myles Standish State Forest, One Bumps Pond Road | 508-295-2647 |
| Massachusetts Treatment Center | 30 Administration Road | 508-279-8100 |
| Old Colony Correctional Center | 1 Administration Road | 508-279-6000 |
| Plymouth County MA Correctional Facility | 26 Long Pond Road | 508-830-6200 |