Plymouth OUI and DUI Records

Plymouth DUI records are held at Plymouth District Court, which processes both misdemeanor OUI charges and the early stages of more serious cases in Plymouth County. The court sits alongside Plymouth Superior Court at the same address on Obery Street, and together they cover the full range of OUI cases that arise in the town and surrounding area.

Courts Handling Plymouth DUI Records

Plymouth District Court handles misdemeanor OUI charges under MGL c.90 § 24. This includes first and second offense cases. The court shares a building with Plymouth Superior Court at 52 Obery Street. That shared location makes it straightforward for cases that escalate to the felony level to move between courts without a change of address.

A third OUI charge is a felony in Massachusetts. Those cases move to Plymouth Superior Court, which is located in the same building. The Superior Court phone number is also (508) 747-8400. If you are looking for felony OUI records, call ahead to confirm which clerk's office maintains the file you need. Staff at the District Court can point you in the right direction if you are not sure where a case was resolved.

The Plymouth District Court page on Mass.gov has current contact information, maps, and service details. It is worth checking before you make a trip, as hours can shift around holidays.

The Massachusetts Trial Court Case Access portal lists every publicly available OUI docket filed in Plymouth. You can view docket entries, charges, hearing dates, and case outcomes there at no cost. The MassCourts system covers both District and Superior Court cases in Plymouth County.

Searching Plymouth OUI Records Online

The Massachusetts Trial Court Case Access portal is the main starting point for any online search. It is free, requires no login, and shows dockets from courts across the state including Plymouth District and Superior Courts.

The Plymouth District Court page on Mass.gov shows court contact details, available services, and public access hours. The image below is captured from the Mass.gov court location page and reflects current court information for Plymouth.

Plymouth District Court processes OUI cases for the town and is the first stop for most DUI record requests in this part of Plymouth County.

To search online, go to MassCourts and enter the defendant's last name, first name, and an approximate date range. You can narrow by court location if you already know the case was filed in Plymouth. Results show each docket entry, including arraignment dates, continuances, pleas, and final dispositions. This is enough for most record needs. If you need a certified copy, you will have to contact the clerk's office directly.

In-person requests are handled at the clerk's office on Obery Street. Bring a valid ID and the name and approximate year of the case. Staff will look up the docket and can make copies. Plain copies cost $0.05 per page. Certified copies are $2.50 per page. Payment is by check or money order for mail requests. In person, ask about accepted payment methods when you arrive.

OUI Enforcement in Plymouth

Plymouth Police and Massachusetts State Police both enforce OUI laws in and around Plymouth. The Plymouth Police Department is located at 20 Long Pond Rd, Plymouth MA 02360, and can be reached at (508) 830-4218. State Police patrols focus heavily on Route 3 and Route 3A, two major corridors that carry significant traffic through the South Shore and into Cape Cod.

Route 3 runs north to south through Plymouth and is a high-volume highway that connects Boston to Cape Cod. Late-night and weekend enforcement on this stretch is regular. Route 3A parallels the coast and passes through more densely settled areas of town. Both roads see elevated OUI enforcement, particularly during summer months when tourist traffic increases dramatically. Plymouth County recorded 1,103 OUI charges in fiscal year 2022, which reflects the volume of cases flowing through Plymouth District Court from the surrounding area.

Under MGL c.90 § 24, a driver is considered to be operating under the influence at a blood alcohol level of 0.08% or above. The limit is lower for drivers under 21 and for commercial license holders. A first offense OUI carries fines of $500 to $5,000, up to 2.5 years in jail, and a one-year license suspension. Many first-time defendants qualify for the 24D alternative disposition under MGL c.90 § 24D, which involves probation, a 45 to 90 day suspension, and mandatory alcohol education in place of jail time.

A second OUI offense brings higher fines and a two-year suspension. Third offense cases are felonies handled by Plymouth Superior Court. Penalties increase significantly at that level, and the case process becomes more involved.

Driving Records and CORI for Plymouth OUI Cases

An OUI in Plymouth shows up in two separate places. The court docket is one. The RMV driving record is the other. You may need both to get a complete picture of any OUI case.

The RMV driving record request page lets you order an official driving record online, by mail, or in person at an RMV service center. An unattested copy costs $8. An attested (certified) copy costs $20. The driving record shows license status, suspensions, and OUI-related entries going back several years. It reflects the administrative side of the case, separate from what the court docket shows.

Criminal history through CORI is maintained by the Department of Criminal Justice Information Services. A CORI request costs $25 and shows charge history, dispositions, and sealing status. CORI is available through DCJIS. Sealing timelines depend on the outcome: a 24D disposition can be sealed right away, a misdemeanor OUI after five years, and a felony OUI after ten years. The RMV reinstatement page covers what is needed to restore a license after an OUI suspension.

The image below is from the Massachusetts Trial Court Case Access portal, which is the main online tool for searching Plymouth OUI dockets.

Use MassCourts for quick online lookups. Contact the Plymouth District Court clerk for certified copies or older records not yet in the digital system.

For a plain-language overview of Massachusetts drunk driving law, the Mass.gov drunk driving law page covers statutes, penalties, and how the state handles OUI cases from arrest through disposition.

Local Legal Resources in Plymouth

Plymouth District Court has a clerk's office that can answer basic procedural questions. For legal advice about an OUI charge, several organizations provide assistance in Plymouth County. The Massachusetts Bar Association's lawyer referral service can connect you with attorneys who handle OUI defense in Plymouth. Legal Aid services in southeastern Massachusetts cover some Plymouth residents depending on income. The court's self-help resources are available at the courthouse and through the state's OUI law page.

Plymouth County has no separate public defender office at the county level. Defendants who qualify for court-appointed counsel are assigned through the Committee for Public Counsel Services. If you are representing yourself, the clerk's office can provide procedural information but cannot give legal advice. The Plymouth records portal offers local court record access information as well.

Plymouth County DUI Records

Plymouth is the county seat of Plymouth County. OUI cases throughout the county flow through the same court structure that serves the town itself. The Plymouth County page has information on other courts in the county, including Brockton District Court and Wareham District Court, which serve other parts of the county.

View Plymouth County DUI Records

Nearby Cities

OUI cases in cities near Plymouth are handled by different courts with their own record access procedures.