Arrest Without Disposition In Massachusetts
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A certified disposition can only be issued by the court where the case took place. Courts have different procedures and requirements for how to get a certified disposition. Some courts may require that you make your request in person, while others may honor requests made by mail, phone, or online.
To request a Certificate of Disposition, you will need the following items: Docket number or defendant's full name and date of birth, or date of arrest. Picture ID. $10 (exact change only)
The disposition of a criminal case is its final outcome: convicted or acquitted, deferred or suspended. For employers considering a candidate's criminal history, disposition is important since it can indicate whether the candidate was ultimately convicted of a crime. Dispositions always relate to a specific offense.
Requests for record searches may be made in person in the Criminal Operations Department at any Justice Center. Additionally, Online Case and Calendar access will now allow you to conduct record searches online by case number, person name or business name.
A certified disposition can only be issued by the court where the case took place. Courts have different procedures and requirements for how to get a certified disposition. Some courts may require that you make your request in person, while others may honor requests made by mail, phone, or online.
How far back does a background check go in Massachusetts? Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 93 §52 limits most Massachusetts background checks to seven years when they are conducted by a CRA, and the misdemeanor lookback period is three years per MA SB 2371.
To seal your criminal record, you should file a petition to seal your record. For criminal conviction records — Fill out the Petition to seal conviction records form. For cases with a nolle prosequi or dismissal — Fill out the Petition to Seal Criminal Records for Nolle Prosequi or Dismissal form.
