Springfield OUI and DUI Records
Springfield DUI records are filed at Springfield District Court, which handles misdemeanor OUI charges for the city and serves as the highest-volume OUI court in Hampden County. Hampden County recorded 898 OUI charges in fiscal year 2022, and the Springfield court processes the bulk of those cases.
Springfield Overview
Courts Handling Springfield DUI Cases
Springfield District Court is the primary court for OUI charges in the city. It handles first and second offense misdemeanor OUI under MGL c.90 § 24. The court is located at 50 State Street in downtown Springfield, and it shares that address with Hampden Superior Court, which takes over for third offense and higher OUI cases. Third OUI is a felony. It means a different court, different process, and much higher stakes.
| Court | Springfield District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 50 State St Springfield, MA 01103 |
| Phone | (413) 748-7700 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
Hampden Superior Court uses the same address and can be reached at 413-748-7630. If you are looking for a felony OUI docket from Springfield, contact the Superior Court clerk separately. The two courts operate independently even though they share the same building. For most people searching Springfield OUI records, Springfield District Court is the right starting point.
The Springfield District Court serves a broad area in Hampden County. It is worth confirming with the clerk whether a specific case was handled at this court or at another Hampden County district court like Chicopee or Palmer. Cases are assigned based on where the arrest occurred, not where the defendant lives.
How to Search Springfield DUI Records
Online searches for Springfield OUI records use MassCourts, the free Massachusetts Trial Court access portal. You can search by name or docket number. The system shows charge details, hearing dates, and case outcomes. It covers both Springfield District Court and Hampden Superior Court. The Mass.gov guide to court docket searches is a useful starting point if you have not used the system before.
The Springfield District Court page on Mass.gov provides direct court contact information and describes what records are available at the clerk's office. You can visit in person at 50 State Street during business hours. Bring a photo ID and the full name of the person you are searching. Staff can look up cases and make copies on request. Plain copies are $0.05 per page. Certified copies are $2.50 per page and required for most official purposes.
Note: Some Springfield OUI records from before the court went fully digital may require staff to retrieve physical files. Allow extra time if searching older cases and call ahead at 413-748-7700 to confirm.
Springfield OUI Enforcement and Traffic Corridors
The Springfield Police Department handles OUI enforcement throughout the city. The department is located at 130 Pearl St, Springfield MA 01105, and can be reached at 413-787-6300. Springfield Police coordinate with Massachusetts State Police Troop B, which patrols the major highway corridors running through and around the city.
Springfield Police run regular patrols citywide and respond to OUI-related calls across all neighborhoods.
State Police Troop B covers I-91, I-291, and I-90 (the Massachusetts Turnpike) in the Springfield area. These highways are active enforcement corridors. I-91 runs north-south through the heart of the city. I-291 connects Springfield to the Pike and to neighboring communities. OUI stops on these routes are common, especially late at night and on weekends when traffic enforcement ramps up.
Springfield's downtown entertainment district also sees regular OUI enforcement. Bars and restaurants draw significant foot traffic that translates to increased OUI patrol activity nearby. Officers use field sobriety tests and breathalyzer equipment. A refusal to take a breathalyzer in Massachusetts triggers an automatic license suspension under the implied consent law, regardless of whether the OUI charge is ultimately proven.
Under MGL c.90 § 24, a first OUI in Springfield carries fines from $500 to $5,000, up to 2.5 years in jail, and a one-year license suspension. First-time defendants may qualify for the 24D program, which substitutes probation, a shorter suspension, and alcohol education for a more serious sentence. A second OUI means fines of $600 to $10,000 and a two-year suspension.
Getting Copies of Springfield OUI Records
You can request Springfield OUI records by visiting the clerk's office at 50 State Street or by mailing a written request. Either way, include the full name of the defendant, the approximate year of the case, and a case number if available. For mail requests, enclose a check or money order for the applicable copy fees.
The Springfield District Court also has a page on the Mass.gov court locator with contact details and directions. That page is a good first stop before submitting a records request. It confirms the current clerk contact and any updates to hours or procedures.
The Springfield District Court at 50 State Street processes both in-person and mail records requests for OUI dockets in Hampden County.
Driving Records and CORI for Springfield OUI Cases
A Springfield OUI conviction creates records in two systems. The court docket tracks the criminal case. The RMV tracks the license suspension and any reinstatement requirements. You may need both depending on your purpose.
Request a driving record at the RMV website. An unattested record costs $8. An attested record costs $20. The driving record shows suspension history, reinstatement dates, and any OUI-related administrative actions. If a suspension is still active after a Springfield OUI, the driver must complete the RMV reinstatement process before driving again.
CORI reports come from the Department of Criminal Justice Information Services for $25. CORI shows charges, outcomes, and sealing status. Under state law, a 24D disposition can be sealed right away. A plain misdemeanor OUI seals after five years. A felony OUI requires ten years before sealing is available. The Mass.gov drunk driving law resource has a full breakdown of penalties and sealing rules.
Hampden County DUI Records
Springfield is the county seat of Hampden County. All OUI cases in the city are part of the Hampden County court system. The county page has more on all district courts in Hampden County, county-level OUI data, and the Superior Court process for felony cases.
Nearby Cities
Chicopee is the only other qualifying city in Hampden County. It has its own district court and OUI record system.