Everett Court Docket Records
Everett court docket records are filed across three courts in Middlesex County, with the Malden District Court serving Everett for district-level civil and criminal cases. This page explains which courts handle Everett cases, how to search court dockets online through Massachusetts eAccess, where to find Middlesex Superior Court and Probate and Family Court records, and how to obtain copies from clerk offices by visit or mail.
Everett Overview
Courts That Handle Everett Court Dockets
Everett is a Middlesex County city just north of Boston and does not have its own district court. Instead, Everett is served at the district level by the Malden District Court at 89 Summer Street, Malden, MA 02148. The Malden District Court handles misdemeanor arraignments, civil cases under $25,000, and small claims for Everett and the surrounding area. When a case is filed locally for an Everett matter, the Malden District Court is where the docket entry will appear.
More complex cases are handled at courts outside the city. The Middlesex Superior Court at 200 Trade Center, Woburn, MA 01801 handles felony trials and civil cases over $25,000 for all of Middlesex County. The Middlesex Probate and Family Court at 208 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02141 handles divorce, custody, adoption, guardianship, and estate matters for Everett residents. Both courts are part of the Massachusetts Trial Court system and accessible through eAccess.
| Court | Address |
|---|---|
| Malden District Court | 89 Summer St, Malden, MA 02148 |
| Middlesex Superior Court | 200 Trade Center, Woburn, MA 01801 |
| Middlesex Probate & Family Court | 208 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02141 |
All clerk offices are open 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Friday and are closed on state holidays. Arrive before 4:00 PM to allow adequate time with the clerk.
Searching Everett Court Docket Records Online
Massachusetts eAccess at www.masscourts.org is the free primary tool for searching Everett court docket records online. No account is needed. You can search civil cases by party name or any case type by case number. The system covers all three courts serving Everett: the Malden District Court, the Middlesex Superior Court, and the Middlesex Probate and Family Court.
Name searches in eAccess return civil cases only. Criminal dockets cannot be searched by name through the public portal. This restriction is statewide. If you need to find a criminal case and don't have a case number, visit the Malden District Court in person. Public terminals at the courthouse allow broader criminal docket access than what is available online from home. Clerk staff at the Malden District Court can also help you locate cases if you provide the names of the parties and a general timeframe for when the case was filed.
The mass.gov court dockets search overview links to search tools and hearing calendars for courts across Massachusetts. The how to search court dockets guide explains each step in using eAccess and helps new users understand how the dropdown and search fields work. Both pages are worth reading before your first search.
The screenshot below shows the Malden District Court page, confirming the court's address and service details for Everett cases.
That page at mass.gov/locations/malden-district-court lists the court's address, phone number, and current service notices, confirming that Everett cases fall within this court's jurisdiction.
Note: Always select the correct court from the eAccess dropdown before running a search. Searching under the wrong court location returns no results even if the case is in the system.
Malden District Court Docket and Everett Cases
The Malden District Court handles the full range of district-level legal matters for Everett. Misdemeanor arraignments for Everett residents go through this court. Civil disputes under $25,000 with Everett parties are filed and heard here. Small claims cases under $7,000 also go through the District Court. Restraining orders and harassment prevention orders for Everett are processed at the Malden District Court. Once a case is filed and a case number is assigned, it is searchable through eAccess by that number.
Clerk Magistrate Hearings at the Malden District Court are a private screening step that precedes the issuance of a formal criminal complaint. A hearing officer evaluates whether probable cause exists to issue a complaint. These hearings are not open to the public. If the clerk magistrate does not issue a complaint, no docket entry is created. Once a complaint is issued and a case number is assigned, the case enters the public docket and becomes searchable through eAccess. If a hearing resulted in no complaint, no public record will show it ever took place.
For Everett residents who need to visit the court in person, the Malden District Court is a short drive or public transit trip away at 89 Summer Street in Malden. Public access terminals are available at the courthouse for criminal docket searches. The clerk's office handles copy requests during regular business hours. Calling ahead to 781-322-7500 can confirm whether specific records are available before making the trip.
Note: Malden District Court case numbers for Everett matters use a standard court-specific prefix. The clerk can confirm the correct case number format for eAccess if you are unsure how to enter it.
Middlesex Superior Court and Everett Cases
Everett cases involving felony charges or civil claims over $25,000 are handled at the Middlesex Superior Court in Woburn. Once a felony case moves past arraignment at the Malden District Court, the docket continues at Superior Court. The Superior Court record for a case typically covers pre-trial hearings, evidence rulings, scheduling conferences, jury selection, trial proceedings, verdicts, and sentencing. These records offer the most complete picture of how a serious case progressed through the court system.
Middlesex Superior Court dockets are searchable through eAccess by case number. Civil name searches also work at this level. If you are looking for a felony conviction or a large civil judgment involving an Everett party, the Middlesex Superior Court docket in Woburn is where those records are held. More details on the court are at mass.gov through the Middlesex Superior Court location page. Appeals from Malden District Court decisions go to the Appellate Division, not directly to the Appeals Court. Only Superior Court appeals go to the Massachusetts Appeals Court, and those dockets are available through the Appeals Court case information page.
Middlesex Probate and Family Court for Everett
Divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, guardianship, and estate matters for Everett residents are handled by the Middlesex Probate and Family Court in Cambridge. This court is entirely separate from the District and Superior Court systems. If you are searching for a divorce case or a probate filing involving an Everett party, the Probate and Family Court docket in Cambridge is the right place to look.
Middlesex Probate and Family Court dockets are part of eAccess and searchable by case number or by party name for civil matters. Some fields in cases involving minors are restricted in the online portal. Wills and estate inventories admitted to probate become public records and are accessible through eAccess. Older records that predate eAccess exist only in paper form at the Cambridge courthouse. If a search in eAccess returns no results for an older probate or family case, calling the court can help confirm whether paper records are on file.
Mail requests for Middlesex Probate and Family Court records go to 208 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02141. Include the case number, party names, and a clear description of what you need. Enclose the correct fee. Processing takes 5 to 10 business days. If you do not have the case number, include as much identifying information as possible about the case and the parties involved.
Note: All Everett guardianship and estate cases are filed in the Middlesex Probate and Family Court in Cambridge, not in the Malden District Court. Confirm the correct court before searching or sending a records request.
Getting Copies of Everett Court Docket Records
Copies of Everett court records are available in person at the clerk's office, by mail, or as electronic downloads through eAccess where available. The right option depends on how quickly you need the records and whether certification is required.
Massachusetts Trial Court copy fees apply uniformly at all locations. Non-certified copies cost $0.50 per page. Certified copies are $2.50 per page. Court orders and decrees require a $20.00 certification fee. Electronic documents through eAccess are $5.00 per document. Payment at clerk windows is typically by check or money order. Call the specific court to confirm accepted payment methods before your visit.
Mail requests for Malden District Court records go to 89 Summer Street, Malden, MA 02148. For Middlesex Superior Court cases, mail to 200 Trade Center, Woburn, MA 01801. For Probate and Family Court cases, send to 208 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02141. All requests should include the case number, names of the parties, and a description of what you are requesting. Enclose the correct payment. Mail requests take 5 to 10 business days on average. Providing a case number makes the process faster and reduces the chance of delays.
Under M.G.L. c. 66, Section 10, public records requests must receive a response within 10 business days. Court records also follow Trial Court Rule VIII. Most docket entries are public. Sealed cases, impounded records, and materials involving minors are restricted. The site massachusettscourtrecords.org can help you identify case numbers before submitting a formal records request to the clerk.
Middlesex County Court Docket Records
Everett is part of Middlesex County. All courts serving the city fall under the Middlesex County court system. For a full list of courts, clerk offices, and docket search tools across Middlesex County, visit the Middlesex County court docket records page.