Brockton DUI and OUI Records
Brockton DUI records are filed at Brockton District Court for misdemeanor OUI cases and at Plymouth Superior Court for felony charges. Both courts serve Plymouth County, and both hold public records that anyone can request in person or search online through the state court system.
Brockton Overview
Courts That Handle Brockton OUI Cases
Two courts handle OUI cases for Brockton. Brockton District Court takes all first-offense OUI charges and other misdemeanor-level cases. Plymouth Superior Court handles felony OUI charges, which come up with third offenses or cases where someone was seriously hurt. Both courts are right in Brockton, which makes it easy to visit in person.
The Brockton District Court is at 215 Main Street. This is where most OUI records start. Arraignments, hearings, pretrial motions, and many dispositions all happen here. The court clerk keeps the case files, and you can ask for copies of any document on file. Records go back years and include charge details, court dates, and final outcomes.
| Court | Brockton District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 215 Main Street Brockton, MA 02301 |
| Phone | 508-897-8300 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
The lead-in to the image below: The Brockton District Court processes the bulk of OUI cases filed in Brockton each year.
Most first-time OUI defendants appear at this location for their arraignment and all follow-up hearings.
For felony OUI charges, Plymouth Superior Court handles the case. The Superior Court is located at 72 Belmont Street in Brockton, just a short distance from the District Court. Reach them at 508-583-8250. Felony OUI cases arise from a third offense, a charge involving serious bodily injury, or OUI causing death. These records are also public and can be searched through MassCourts or requested from the court clerk.
How to Search Brockton DUI Records
The main tool for searching Brockton OUI records online is MassCourts. It is free to use and covers both District and Superior Court cases. You can look up cases by name, case number, or docket number. The site shows party names, charges, court dates, and case status. Some sealed records will not appear. The state also has a guide on how to search court dockets if you need help using the system.
In-person searches work well when you need certified copies or want to see the full case file. Visit the Brockton District Court clerk's office during business hours. Bring the full name of the person you are looking up and, if you have it, a case number. Staff can pull the file and make copies. Plain copies cost $0.05 per page. Certified copies cost $2.50 per page. Certified copies carry an official court seal and are accepted by courts, agencies, and employers that need proof of a record.
The MassCourts portal covers cases across all Massachusetts trial courts. If you are looking for a Brockton DUI record from years past, it may still be in the system. Older cases that were sealed or dismissed under certain terms may not show up. For those, you may need to contact the clerk directly or submit a CORI request.
The Massachusetts Trial Court system gives the public online access to OUI case records across all counties, including Plymouth.
Brockton Police OUI Records
The Brockton Police Department makes the initial arrest in most OUI cases. Their records include arrest reports, booking data, and field sobriety test notes. These records are separate from court records. To get a copy of a police report, contact the Brockton Police Records Division.
The Brockton Police Department is at 7 Roosevelt Place, Brockton, MA 02301. The main line is 508-941-8300. The Records Division can be reached at 508-897-5209. You can submit a request in person, by phone, or by email to the Keeper of Records. Not all reports are fully available. Reports related to domestic violence, sexual assault, or witness intimidation may be redacted or withheld under state law.
Massachusetts State Police also patrol Route 24, which runs through Brockton, and make OUI arrests along that corridor. State Police arrest records go through the State Police barracks rather than city police. Plymouth County logged 1,103 OUI charges in fiscal year 2022. That is a significant caseload, and Brockton accounts for a notable share of those filings given its size and Route 24 traffic.
Note: Police arrest reports and court case records are separate records kept by different agencies. You may need to request both to get a full picture of an OUI case.
Massachusetts OUI Law and Penalties
Massachusetts calls drunk driving OUI, which stands for Operating Under the Influence. The charge is the same whether the substance is alcohol or drugs. The state law is MGL c.90 § 24. It sets the legal limit at 0.08% blood alcohol content for drivers 21 and older. For drivers under 21, the limit is 0.02%.
A first-offense OUI in Brockton can bring a fine of $500 to $5,000, up to 2.5 years in jail, and a one-year license suspension. Many first offenders are offered a 24D disposition under MGL c.90 § 24D, which involves probation, a driver alcohol education program, and a shorter loss of license. A second offense brings a two-year suspension. A third offense means an eight-year suspension. These penalties apply across the state, including in Brockton.
License suspensions from OUI arrests are handled by the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles, not the court. The RMV acts separately from the criminal case. You can find more on state drunk driving law at the official mass.gov page on Massachusetts law about drunk driving.
Driving Records and License Reinstatement
An OUI conviction in Brockton affects your driving record through the RMV. To see what is on your driving record, you can request a copy from the Massachusetts RMV. An unattested driving record costs $8. An attested record costs $20. The attested version carries an official seal and is used for legal purposes.
After an OUI suspension ends, you have to apply to get your license back. That process goes through the RMV, not the court. Details are at the license reinstatement page on mass.gov. Reinstatement may require proof of insurance, payment of fees, and completion of any required programs. For suspended drivers in Brockton, the nearest RMV Service Center is in Brockton on West Chestnut Street.
CORI and OUI Record Sealing in Brockton
CORI stands for Criminal Offender Record Information. It is the official Massachusetts criminal background check system. A CORI report shows OUI charges and convictions. You can request your own CORI through the Department of Criminal Justice Information Services (DCJIS). The fee is $25.
Some OUI records in Brockton can be sealed. If you got a 24D disposition, that record can be sealed right away after you complete the program. For a misdemeanor OUI conviction, you must wait five years after the case ends before you can petition to seal. A felony OUI conviction requires a ten-year wait. Sealed records do not show up in most background checks. They are still visible to courts and law enforcement. You file a petition to seal at the court where the case was heard.
Note: Sealing an OUI record in Brockton does not erase it from RMV records. The RMV keeps its own record of license actions tied to an OUI case.
Plymouth County DUI Records
Brockton is in Plymouth County. All OUI cases filed in Brockton are part of the Plymouth County court system. The county page has more detail on the courts, fees, and resources that cover the wider area.
Nearby Cities
Other qualifying cities near Brockton also have DUI record pages for their local courts.