Chicopee DUI and OUI Records
Chicopee DUI records are filed at Chicopee District Court for misdemeanor OUI charges and at Hampden Superior Court in Springfield for felony cases. Chicopee sits in the western Massachusetts enforcement corridor along I-91 and I-291, and OUI filings in the city are part of Hampden County's court system, which anyone can search or request through the state's public access tools.
Chicopee Overview
Courts That Handle Chicopee OUI Cases
Chicopee has its own district court, which processes the bulk of OUI cases filed in the city. Chicopee District Court handles misdemeanor OUI charges, including first and second offenses. Arraignments, bail hearings, pretrial proceedings, and most final dispositions all happen here. The clerk's office keeps the case files and can help you locate records or make copies of documents.
The Chicopee District Court is at 30 Church Street, Chicopee, MA 01013. The phone number is 413-587-9500. Hours run Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. When you visit, bring the name of the person you are researching. If you have a case number, that speeds up the search. Plain copies of case documents cost $0.05 per page. Certified copies, which carry the court seal, cost $2.50 per page.
| Court | Chicopee District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 30 Church St Chicopee, MA 01013 |
| Phone | 413-587-9500 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
The Chicopee District Court sees a significant volume of OUI filings given its position in the western Massachusetts highway corridor.
Most Chicopee OUI defendants appear at this courthouse for their arraignment and all hearings that follow.
Felony OUI cases from Chicopee go to Hampden Superior Court at 50 State Street, Springfield, MA 01103. The main number is 413-748-7630. Felony OUI charges arise from a third or subsequent offense, or from an OUI involving serious bodily injury or death. Superior Court records are public and can be searched through the state's online portal or requested from the Superior Court clerk.
How to Look Up Chicopee DUI Records
The fastest way to search Chicopee OUI records is through MassCourts. This free state portal covers all Massachusetts trial courts, including Chicopee District Court and Hampden Superior Court. Search by name, case number, or docket number. Results show charges, hearing dates, parties, and case outcomes. No login is required. Some sealed records will not show up in public results.
Hampden County logged 898 OUI charges in fiscal year 2022. I-91 and I-291 run near Chicopee, and highway enforcement along these corridors is a consistent source of OUI arrests. Massachusetts State Police patrol those roads, and any arrest made on the highway may produce records at the State Police barracks rather than through Chicopee District Court. To find out which court holds the record, start with the MassCourts search.
For in-person requests, visit the Chicopee District Court clerk's office during business hours. Bring the name of the person you are looking up and any case details you have. The clerk can locate the file, tell you what is on record, and make copies. This is the best approach when you need certified documents or want to review the actual case file rather than just the online docket.
The Massachusetts law about drunk driving page at mass.gov covers the full legal framework for OUI in the state, including what the charge means, what records are created, and how penalties are applied in courts like Chicopee District Court.
That page is a good starting point for anyone trying to understand what a Chicopee OUI record reflects and what legal consequences attach to the charge.
Chicopee Police OUI Records
The Chicopee Police Department handles OUI arrests within the city. Their records are separate from what the court keeps. A police OUI file includes the arrest report, field sobriety notes, chemical test data, and booking information. To get a copy of that report, you go to Chicopee Police, not the court clerk.
Chicopee Police is at 110 Church Street, Chicopee, MA 01013. The main number is 413-594-1700. Ask for the Records Division or the Keeper of Records. Requests can be made in person or in writing. State law governs what gets released. Some information may be redacted, especially in cases that are still open or that involve protected third parties. Allow a few business days for processing.
State Police who patrol I-91 and I-291 make OUI arrests on those roads. Those records go to the relevant State Police barracks, not Chicopee Police. If you are searching for a highway OUI arrest, look at the court case file first to see the arresting agency. That tells you where to send the police records request.
Note: Police arrest reports and court case records are kept by different agencies. You may need to contact both to get a full account of a Chicopee OUI case.
OUI Law and Penalties in Massachusetts
Massachusetts uses the term OUI, which stands for Operating Under the Influence. It covers alcohol and drugs alike. The statute is MGL c.90 § 24. The blood alcohol limit is 0.08% for drivers 21 and over. For drivers under 21, the limit is 0.02%. Refusing a breath test at a stop triggers an automatic license suspension under the state's implied consent law.
A first OUI in Chicopee can bring a fine of $500 to $5,000, up to 2.5 years in jail, and a one-year license suspension. Many first-time defendants receive a 24D disposition under MGL c.90 § 24D. That involves probation, a driver alcohol education program, and a reduced loss of license. The 24D hearing is held at Chicopee District Court. Second offenses bring a two-year suspension. Third offenses mean an eight-year suspension and a case at Hampden Superior Court.
More detail on penalties and statutes is available on the Massachusetts law about drunk driving page at mass.gov. That page is a good starting point for anyone trying to understand what an OUI record reflects.
Driving Records and RMV Actions
An OUI arrest or conviction in Chicopee triggers a separate process at the Massachusetts RMV. The RMV can suspend your license independent of the court case. This is especially common after a breathalyzer refusal. To see what is on your driving record, request a copy from the Massachusetts RMV. An unattested record is $8. An attested record with the official seal costs $20 and is used in legal or formal proceedings.
After a suspension ends, you must apply through the RMV to get your license back. The court does not handle this. Full details are at the license reinstatement page on mass.gov. Requirements vary by offense level and may include proof of insurance, a reinstatement fee, and proof of program completion. Plan to start that process before the suspension period runs out.
CORI Checks and Record Sealing in Chicopee
CORI is the Criminal Offender Record Information system. It is the state's official criminal background tool. An OUI charge or conviction in Chicopee will appear on a CORI report. You can request your own CORI from the Department of Criminal Justice Information Services for $25.
Some Chicopee OUI records can be sealed. A 24D disposition can be sealed right after you complete the required program. A misdemeanor OUI conviction needs a five-year wait after the case ends before you can petition. A felony OUI conviction requires ten years. Sealed records do not appear in most background checks. Courts and law enforcement can still view them. The petition to seal is filed at Chicopee District Court for cases heard there.
Note: A sealed court record does not affect your RMV driving record. The RMV tracks OUI-related license actions on its own and those stay on file regardless of court sealing.
Hampden County DUI Records
Chicopee is in Hampden County in western Massachusetts. OUI cases from Chicopee are part of the Hampden County court system, which also includes Springfield. The county page has more detail on courts and procedures for the full county.
Nearby Cities
Springfield, the Hampden County seat, is the nearest qualifying city with its own DUI records page.