Springfield Arrest Records
Springfield recent arrests are processed by the Springfield Police Department and move through the Hampden County court system. As the third-largest city in Massachusetts and the hub of Western Massachusetts, Springfield has a busy police department that maintains arrest logs updated on a weekly cycle. You can search for recent arrest records online through the department's arrest log, state court databases, or by filing a formal public records request with the Clerk's Office at police headquarters on Pearl Street.
Springfield Overview
Springfield Police Department Records
The Springfield Police Department runs out of headquarters at 130 Pearl Street, Springfield, MA 01105. Police Superintendent Lawrence Akers leads the force along with Deputy Chiefs Steven Kent, David Kane, and David Martin. For non-emergency matters, call (413) 787-6300 or 6302. Media inquiries go to (413) 735-1571. The Community Police Liaison can be reached at (413) 787-6359.
The department keeps an online arrest log. It shows arrests in Springfield over a seven-day period, from Sunday through Saturday. Names, dates, charges, and current status are all listed. This is one of the most direct ways to see recent arrests in Springfield without filing a formal request.
| Department | Springfield Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 130 Pearl Street Springfield, MA 01105 |
| Non-Emergency | (413) 787-6300 / 6302 |
| Clerk's Office | Clerks-Office@SpringfieldPolice.net |
| Website | springfield-ma.gov/police |
The Clerk's Office at headquarters handles reports, permits, and records requests. It's open Monday through Friday, typically 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Bring a valid ID if you go in person. For inter-agency records sharing, law enforcement uses GovTransfer at app.GovTransfer.com.
The Springfield Police Department website has the full arrest log and department contact details.
The screenshot above shows the main Springfield Police Department website where you can find arrest log information and records request forms.
How to Search Springfield Arrest Records
The online arrest log on the Springfield PD website is the quickest way to check recent arrests. It covers a rolling seven-day window and lists every arrest with names and charges. For older records or more detail, search MassCourts. That free state database covers Springfield District Court and Hampden County Superior Court cases. Look up by name or case number to see charges, docket entries, and case status.
To submit a formal records request, you have three options. Use the City Hall public records request web page to submit online and track your request. Go in person to the Clerk's Office at 130 Pearl Street. Or mail your request to the same address. Under M.G.L. c. 66, Section 10, the department must respond within 10 business days. Include as much detail as you can about dates, times, locations, and names.
You can also text tips about crime to CRIMES (274637) with the word "SOLVE" in front of your information. That line is anonymous. For more crime data, CityProtect lets you view maps and incident data for the area.
Springfield Courts for Recent Arrests
Arrests in Springfield move through two main courts. The Hampden County Superior Court is at 50 State Street, Springfield, MA 01102. Call (413) 735-6017 to reach the office. Clerk of Courts Laura S. Gentile runs it. This court handles serious criminal cases and civil claims over $50,000. It serves all 23 communities in Hampden County. Pioneer Valley Transit Authority buses on Blue 6, Blue 7, Green 1, Green 2, Green 5, and Green 8 routes stop near the courthouse. Several paid garages and metered street parking are in the area.
Springfield District Court, also called the Roderick J. Ireland Courthouse, serves Springfield, Longmeadow, and West Springfield. Clerk-Magistrate John J. Stocks (Acting) runs the office. First Justice is Hon. Kevin Maltby. The court runs an Adult Drug Court, Mental Health Court, Emerging Adult Court of Hope, and Veterans Treatment Court. It also offers a Lawyer for the Day program that gives free legal help for people who qualify. Contact the ADA coordinator Susanne Moultrie at 413-748-8643.
The Hampden County District Attorney's Office at the Hall of Justice, 50 State Street, prosecutes criminal cases. Call (413) 747-1000 for information about a specific case.
Note: Springfield District Court provides free legal help through its Lawyer for the Day program for those who qualify.
Springfield Public Records for Arrests
Most arrest records are public in Massachusetts. Springfield follows the same rules as the rest of the state. Arrest logs, incident reports with some redactions, and crime stats can all be requested. The Clerk's Office processes these requests. Email them at Clerks-Office@SpringfieldPolice.net if you want to start a request that way.
Records that involve domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, human trafficking, or elder abuse get special protection under M.G.L. c. 41, Section 97D. Only victims, authorized representatives, and certain advocates can see those. You need a notarized letter or valid ID presented in person. Juvenile records are also restricted. So are materials tied to an active investigation.
Check your own criminal history for $25 through the iCORI system. The CORI law overview on mass.gov explains what shows up and who can see your record.
Hampden County Detention After Arrest
People arrested in Springfield may be held at the Hampden County Correctional Center at 627 Randall Road, Ludlow, MA 01056. Sheriff Nick Cocchi runs it. The phone number is (413) 858-0100. The facility holds pre-trial detainees from Hampden County, sentenced inmates serving up to 2.5 years, and some state and federal detainees.
Use VINELink to search for inmates by name or inmate number. The service is free. You can sign up to get alerts when someone's custody status changes. State prison sentences over 2.5 years go to facilities like the Hampden County Pre-Release Center in Ludlow, MCI-Cedar Junction, or MCI-Norfolk.
Legal Resources in Springfield
The Massachusetts Legal Help website has guides and forms for people dealing with criminal records. The Hampden County Bar Association can connect you with a lawyer through their referral service. The Sex Offender Registry Board at mass.gov/sorb lets you search for offenders by name, city, or zip code.
If you want to seal or expunge your record, check the seal your record page on mass.gov. Each option has different rules and wait times. Springfield residents use the same state system as everyone else in Massachusetts for these requests.
Hampden County Recent Arrests
Springfield is the county seat of Hampden County. All arrests in the city go through the Hampden County court system. The county includes 23 communities. For more on county-wide records, jail info, and court details, check the county page.
Nearby Cities with Arrest Records
Several Western Massachusetts cities have their own arrest records and police departments. Chicopee is right next to Springfield in Hampden County and publishes its own arrest logs. Worcester is about 55 miles east. Boston is roughly 90 miles to the east. Other cities with arrest records pages include Lowell, Cambridge, and Brockton.