Hampden County, MA Courts and Public Records
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The Hampden County Superior Court is the county's main trial court for felonies and larger civil cases. Other Massachusetts Trial Court departments handle the remaining case types in Hampden County.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Hampden County Superior Court (Superior Court Department, Massachusetts Trial Court) |
| Main Address | 50 State St., P.O. Box 559, Springfield, MA 01102 |
| Main Phone | (413) 735-6016 |
| Courthouse Locations | 2 listed in the state directory (Springfield) |
| Handles | Felonies and larger civil cases in Superior Court; misdemeanors, civil cases under the District Court limit, small claims, summary process, and violations in District Court; probate, divorce, custody, and guardianship matters in Probate and Family Court; delinquency and care and protection matters in Juvenile Court |
| Does NOT Handle | Federal cases (U.S. District Court for Massachusetts) and parking tickets (the citing agency) |
| Online Case Search | MassachusettsCourts.org (statewide public case search, not specific to this county) |
How to Search Hampden County Court Records
Have the full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search. Hampden County Superior Court cases are kept by the Superior Court Clerk's Office in Springfield.
Online
Go to MassachusettsCourts.org and open the public case search.
Search basic case information and scheduled court dates.
Confirm details with the court before relying on them.
Best for: Quick checks of case status and dates
In Person
Go to the Superior Court Clerk's Office, 50 State St., P.O. Box 559, Springfield.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the clerk which office keeps your case type.
Best for: Records not available through the online search
By Phone
Call (413) 735-6016 to confirm the case and the records you need.
Have the case number and party names ready.
Ask the clerk what to bring before you visit.
Best for: Confirming details before a visit
Search by Name on MassachusettsCourts.org
Go to MassachusettsCourts.org and enter a full name.
Search across record types without a case number.
Confirm results with the court, since they are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Hampden County Court Statistics (FY 2024)
Trial Court filings for courts located in Hampden County totaled 63,352 in fiscal year 2024, compared with 56,527 in fiscal year 2023. These are filings as recorded in the Trial Court's case statistics, not dispositions or outcomes.
63,352
Total filings in fiscal year 2024 (Hampden County)
46,483
District Court filings in fiscal year 2024
1,850
Superior Court filings in fiscal year 2024
136.5
Filings per 1,000 residents in fiscal year 2024 (population 464,151)
| Metric | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | 63,352 | 56,527 | +12.1% |
| Superior Court filings | 1,850 | 1,754 | +5.5% |
| District Court filings | 46,483 | 40,214 | +15.6% |
| Probate and Family Court filings | 11,805 | 11,623 | +1.6% |
| Juvenile Court filings | 3,214 | 2,936 | +9.5% |
How Have Court Filings Changed in Hampden County?
This section compares fiscal years 2023 and 2024, the two years of county filings in the Trial Court data used here.
| Department | FY 2023 | FY 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Superior Court | 1,754 | 1,850 | +5.5% |
| District Court | 40,214 | 46,483 | +15.6% |
| Probate and Family Court | 11,623 | 11,805 | +1.6% |
| Juvenile Court | 2,936 | 3,214 | +9.5% |
| Total Hampden County filings | 56,527 | 63,352 | +12.1% |
| Massachusetts statewide total (context) | 713,214 | 779,568 | +9.3% |
Total filings in Hampden County rose from 56,527 in FY 2023 to 63,352 in FY 2024, a change of +12.1%. The largest change came from District Court, which moved by +6,269 filings (+15.6%). Statewide filings changed by +9.3% over the same two years, shown for context only. A five-year trend is not shown because earlier county years are not in these sources.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Hampden County?
District Court is the largest category in Hampden County, at 73.4% of the 63,352 filings in fiscal year 2024.
| Case Type | Filings FY 2024 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Superior Court (felonies and larger civil cases) | 1,850 | 2.9% | +5.5% |
| District Court (misdemeanors, civil cases under the limit, small claims, summary process, and violations) | 46,483 | 73.4% | +15.6% |
| Probate and Family Court (probate, guardianship, divorce, paternity, custody, and adoption matters) | 11,805 | 18.6% | +1.6% |
| Juvenile Court (delinquency, care and protection matters) | 3,214 | 5.1% | +9.5% |
| Total | 63,352 | 100.0% | +12.1% |
District Court had the largest increase at +15.6%, while Probate and Family Court had the smallest change at +1.6%. The Trial Court data used here does not break these courts down further into traffic, felony, or other case-type detail for this county.
How Does Hampden County Compare With Massachusetts Overall?
Hampden County is estimated to account for about 6.50% of the 720,000 cases filed in Massachusetts courts in FY 2024.
| Metric | Hampden County | Massachusetts | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | ~46,830 | 720,000 | ~6.50% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | ~+2.9% | +2.9% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Filings per judicial position | ~1,801 | 1,800 | Estimated at the state level |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~1,751 | 1,750 | Estimated at the state level |
| Criminal share of filings | ~31.9% | 31.9% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Civil share of filings | ~36.1% | 36.1% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Family law share of filings | ~13.9% | 13.9% | Same as state (estimate) |
These county values are estimates built from statewide Massachusetts figures, so they track the state mix by design. Actual county dockets may differ. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Massachusetts statewide figures scaled by Hampden County's 6.50% share of the state population.
Hampden County Crime Statistics (2024)
These figures are Massachusetts statewide counts of violent and property crimes reported to the FBI for 2024, with 2023 for comparison. County-level crime counts are not available in these sources, so the figures below are not attributed to Hampden County.
22,601
Violent crimes, Massachusetts statewide, 2024
80,142
Property crimes, Massachusetts statewide, 2024
316.7
Violent crime rate per 100K, Massachusetts statewide, 2024
-0.3%
YoY change in total violent and property crimes, Massachusetts statewide
| Offense | 2024 | Rate per 100K | 2023 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crimes total (statewide) | 22,601 | 316.7 | 22,844 | -1.1% |
| Property crimes total (statewide) | 80,142 | 1,123.0 | 80,227 | -0.1% |
Only violent and property totals are available in these sources; offense-level breakdowns such as homicide, robbery, or theft are not shown. Rates use the 2024 Massachusetts population for both years. Agency reporting may be incomplete, so these are not complete statewide totals. County rates for Hampden County are not available here.
Hampden County Courthouse Locations
Hampden County has 2 Trial Court locations in the state directory, in Springfield. Check your notice or summons for the department and courtroom before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampden County Superior Court | 50 State St., P.O. Box 559, Springfield, MA 01102 | (413) 735-6016 | See location page |
| Hampden Probate and Family Court | 50 State St., P.O. Box 559, Springfield, MA 01102 | (413) 748-7760 | See location page |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Hampden County?
Most Hampden County matters are split between the Superior Court, the District Court, the Probate and Family Court, and the Juvenile Court. Federal cases go to the U.S. District Court for Massachusetts, and parking tickets go to the issuing agency.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | District Court | Traffic and civil motor vehicle infraction matters go to the District Court. |
| Parking ticket | The citing agency | Parking tickets are handled by the agency that issued them, not the court. |
| Misdemeanor | District Court | District Court handles misdemeanor offenses. |
| Felony | Superior Court | Superior Court handles felonies; District Court holds preliminary felony hearings. |
| DUI | District Court or Superior Court | The route depends on the charge, so check your paperwork. |
| Domestic violence | District Court or Superior Court | Criminal charges follow the misdemeanor or felony route; ask the clerk about protective orders. |
| Civil lawsuit | Superior Court or District Court | Larger civil cases go to Superior Court; smaller civil cases go to District Court. |
| Small claims | District Court | Small claims are heard in the District Court. |
| Eviction | District Court | Summary process (eviction) cases are heard in the District Court. |
| Divorce | Probate and Family Court | Divorce cases are handled by the Probate and Family Court. |
| Child custody or support | Probate and Family Court | Custody and related family matters are handled by the Probate and Family Court. |
| Probate or estate | Probate and Family Court | Estates, guardianships, and conservatorships are handled by the Probate and Family Court. |
| Juvenile case | Juvenile Court | Delinquency and care and protection matters are handled by the Juvenile Court. |
| Appeal | Massachusetts Appeals Court or Supreme Judicial Court | Appeals go to the Appeals Court, and certain cases go directly to the Supreme Judicial Court. |
Are Hampden County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Hampden County court records are public, with exceptions for sealed, impounded, juvenile, and other confidential records under Massachusetts Trial Court rules on public access to court records.
Public records
Most court case information is open to the public. The public records law (G.L. c. 66, sec. 10) covers executive agencies and does not itself govern most court case files.
Restricted or confidential records
Sealed, impounded, juvenile, care and protection, adoption, and mental health records are not publicly available. Criminal offender record information (CORI) is restricted under G.L. c. 6, secs. 167 to 178 and is not public through the court.
Online access
Basic case information is available through MassachusettsCourts.org, which includes scheduled court dates. It does not provide every document, and it is statewide rather than specific to Hampden County.
In-person access
Visit the Superior Court Clerk's Office at 50 State St., P.O. Box 559, Springfield, MA 01102, or call (413) 735-6016 to confirm where your case is kept.
Fees
No fees are stated in the sources used for this section. Ask the court about any copy or certification charges before you request records.
How to Search Hampden County Court Records Online
Use MassachusettsCourts.org for basic case information on Hampden County cases, and contact the court for documents that are not online.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, small claims, family law, or juvenile.
- Open MassachusettsCourts.org for statewide basic case information.
- Search by party name or case number and note the case number from the results.
- Review the case information for status and scheduled dates.
- Call the court at (413) 735-6016 to request documents that are not online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | MassachusettsCourts.org | Basic case information and scheduled dates | Full documents may require the clerk |
| Traffic | MassachusettsCourts.org | Basic case information | Payment is handled separately; see the payment section |
| Civil | MassachusettsCourts.org | Basic case information | Documents may require the clerk |
| Small claims | MassachusettsCourts.org | Basic case information | Documents may require the clerk |
| Family law | Probate and Family Court (contact the court) | Case information through the court | Not part of the general search; call (413) 748-7760 |
| Probate | Probate and Family Court (contact the court) | Estate and guardianship files | Not part of the general search; contact the court |
| Juvenile | Juvenile Court (contact the court) | Limited information through the court | Juvenile proceedings are confidential |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Hampden County
The Trial Court offers the payment options below for Hampden County matters; confirm the current steps with the court before paying.
- Online: Use the Trial Court's ePay service, named on mass.gov as "ePay in the Courts"; no direct link is listed in the sources used here.
- Phone: Call the Superior Court Clerk's Office at (413) 735-6016 to ask how to pay criminal fines or court costs.
- In person: Visit the Superior Court Clerk's Office at 50 State St., P.O. Box 559, Springfield, MA 01102.
Parking tickets are handled by the agency that issued them, not by the court.
Hampden County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Hampden County court records?
Use MassachusettsCourts.org for basic case information, or visit the Superior Court Clerk's Office at 50 State St., P.O. Box 559, Springfield.
Are Hampden County court records public?
Most are, under Massachusetts Trial Court public access rules, but sealed, impounded, and juvenile records are restricted.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by name on MassachusettsCourts.org for basic case information, or call the Superior Court Clerk's Office at (413) 735-6016.
How do I find a court date?
Check your notice or summons, search MassachusettsCourts.org for scheduled dates, or call the court.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Contact the court by phone at (413) 735-6016 for current payment steps, or use the Trial Court's ePay service as named on mass.gov.
How many cases are filed in Hampden County each year?
Hampden County recorded 63,352 Trial Court filings in fiscal year 2024, +12.1% from 56,527 in fiscal year 2023.
What is the most common type of case?
District Court filings are the largest share, at 46,483 filings or 73.4% of the fiscal year 2024 total.
Is crime in Massachusetts rising or falling?
Statewide, violent crimes fell -1.1% in 2024 to 22,601, and property crimes fell -0.1% to 80,142. These are statewide figures, not county counts.
Courts in the County
Chicopee District CourtMore Info
| Address: | 30 Church St, Chicopee, MA, 1020 |
| Phone Number: | 413-598-0099 |
| Fax: | 413-594-6187 |
| Website: | https://www.mass.gov/locations/chicopee-district-court |
Palmer District CourtMore Info
| Address: | 235 Sykes St., Suite 3, Palmer, MA, 1069 |
| Phone Number: | 413-283-8916 |
| Fax: | 413-283-6775 |
| Website: | https://www.mass.gov/locations/palmer-district-court |
Springfield District CourtMore Info
| Address: | 50 State St., P.O. Box 2421, Springfield, MA, 1102 |
| Phone Number: | 413-748-8600 |
| Fax: | 413-739-5579 |
| Website: | https://www.mass.gov/locations/springfield-district-court |
Westfield District CourtMore Info
| Address: | 224 Elm Street, Westfield, MA, 1085 |
| Phone Number: | 413-568-8946 |
| Fax: | 413-568-4863 |
| Website: | https://www.mass.gov/locations/westfield-district-court |
Hampden County Superior CourtMore Info
| Address: | 50 State St., P.O. Box 559, Springfield, MA, 1102 |
| Phone Number: | 413-735-6016 |
| Fax: | 413-737-1611 |
| Website: | https://www.mass.gov/locations/hampden-county-superior-court |
Useful Links
- Hampden County Superior Court | Mass.gov - Find information about Hampden County Superior Court's services, procedures, and contact details on the official Massachusetts government site.
- Hampden Probate and Family Court | Mass.gov - Access services related to family law, estate issues, and probate matters in Hampden County from the Mass.gov website.
- Springfield District Court | Mass.gov - Provides public access to Springfield District Court information, including procedures, jurisdictions, and location details in Hampden County.
- Chicopee District Court | Mass.gov - Discover Chicopee District Court's operational hours, jurisdiction details, and guidance on accessing court records in Hampden County.
- Hampden Juvenile Court | Mass.gov - Official resource detailing juvenile court procedures, contacts, and service information specific to Hampden County, Massachusetts.
- Mass Legal Services | Free Legal Resources - Non-profit platform offering free legal resources, materials, and state court information including guides for Hampden County.
- Hampden County Bar Association - Professional organization providing legal aid, lawyer referrals, and resources to citizens of Hampden County, Massachusetts.
- Boston Bar Association - Offers legal advocacy information, court updates, and services impacting Hampden County through Massachusetts' largest local bar association.
- Hampden County Coroner's Office | Mass.gov - Information on the Coroner’s office within Hampden County including the management of unclaimed bodies and death investigations.
- Hampden County Registry of Deeds | Mass.gov - Access property records and deed information, search archives, and understand the filing process in Hampden County.
- Massachusetts General Court | Legislative Branch - Official website for the legislative branch providing links to state laws, legislative sessions, and records impacting Hampden County.
- Hampden County Jury Information | Mass.gov - Information for those summoned for jury duty in Hampden County, including process, exemptions, and schedules.
- Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code Forms | Mass.gov - Obtain crucial probate forms needed for court proceedings related to estate and family law matters in Hampden County.
- Mass Law Help | Legal Information and Resources - Offering comprehensive legal information and tools to navigate Massachusetts laws, including specific resources useful for Hampden County residents.
- Hampden County Jail and House of Correction | Mass.gov - Provides contact details, inmate visitation rules, and services at the Hampden County correctional facilities.
- Superior Court Rules | Mass.gov - Official regulations and rules applicable in the Superior Courts of Massachusetts, including Hampden County's Superior Court jurisdiction.
- Hampden County Sheriff's Department | Mass.gov - Information on services provided by the Sheriff's Department for law enforcement and public safety in Hampden County.
- Legal Assistance in Massachusetts | Mass.gov - Comprehensive directory to access legal assistance across Massachusetts, including information specific to services in Hampden County.
- Trial Court Law Libraries | Mass.gov - Access to legal research materials, court opinions, and library locations throughout Massachusetts for legal practitioners in Hampden County.
- Massachusetts Court System | Mass.gov - Explore the structure, function, and services offered by the statewide court system, including facilities located in Hampden County.
Table of Contents
- Hampden County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Hampden County Court Records
- Hampden County Court Statistics (FY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Hampden County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Hampden County?
- How Does Hampden County Compare With Massachusetts Overall?
- Hampden County Crime Statistics (2024)
- Hampden County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Hampden County?
- Are Hampden County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Hampden County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Hampden County
- Hampden County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links