Find Revere Bench Warrants
Bench warrants for Revere residents go through the Chelsea District Court, which serves Revere and several nearby cities in Suffolk County. Revere is a coastal city north of Boston with about 62,000 people. You can check for active bench warrants by contacting the Chelsea District Court clerk, the Revere Police Department, or the Suffolk County Sheriff. This page covers where to look for bench warrant records in Revere, which court handles cases, and how to resolve a warrant if you have one.
Revere Bench Warrants at a Glance
Chelsea District Court Bench Warrants
Revere does not have its own district court. Bench warrant cases from Revere go through the Chelsea District Court at 120 Broadway in Chelsea, MA 02150. The phone number is (617) 660-9200. This court serves Revere along with Chelsea and Winthrop. If a judge issues a bench warrant because someone from Revere missed a court date, the case stays at Chelsea District Court until the warrant is resolved.
The clerk's office at Chelsea District Court can search for active bench warrants by name. Visit the courthouse during regular business hours and bring a valid photo ID. Staff check the state Warrant Management System, which tracks all active warrants across Massachusetts. Under M.G.L. c. 276, § 2, every bench warrant must be in writing and signed by a judge or clerk-magistrate. The warrant names the person or gives a clear enough description for law enforcement to act on it.
Chelsea District Court handles misdemeanors and some felonies for Revere cases. More serious felony charges from Revere move up to Suffolk Superior Court in Boston. Both courts can issue bench warrants, and the clerk at either court can check status for you.
Note: Even though Revere is in Suffolk County, its bench warrant cases go to Chelsea District Court in Chelsea, not to Boston Municipal Court.
Revere Police Warrant Checks
The Revere Police Department is at 400 Revere Beach Parkway. The phone number is (781) 284-8100. Officers can run a bench warrant check through the state database. Call or visit during regular hours to ask about your warrant status. The records division handles warrant inquiries and other public records requests.
The City of Revere website lists contact details for the police department and other city services. Revere Police work closely with the Suffolk County Sheriff and Chelsea District Court to serve bench warrants. Under M.G.L. c. 276, § 6, a bench warrant can be served any day at any time. That means officers can arrest you during a stop on Route 1A, at Revere Beach, at your home, or anywhere in Massachusetts.
Below is the City of Revere homepage where you can find police department contacts and other local resources for bench warrant inquiries.
Use the Revere city website to get current hours, division phone numbers, and directions to the police station on Revere Beach Parkway.
Suffolk County Sheriff Warrants in Revere
The Suffolk County Sheriff's Office handles warrant service throughout the county. Call (617) 635-1100 to reach the main office. Deputies serve bench warrants and can confirm if one is active. The Warrant Apprehension Unit covers all of Suffolk County, including Revere and Boston.
Because Revere is part of Suffolk County, the sheriff's office coordinates with Revere Police and Chelsea District Court on warrant enforcement. If you have a bench warrant from any court in the county, the sheriff can look it up for you. Provide the person's full name and date of birth. Under M.G.L. c. 276, § 23A, law enforcement must keep records of all warrants issued and served in Massachusetts.
The screenshot below shows the Boston Police Department website. Suffolk County law enforcement agencies, including those serving Revere, coordinate through this county system for bench warrant enforcement.
The Suffolk County law enforcement network works across city lines, so a bench warrant from Revere can be served by any officer in the county.
Search Revere Bench Warrants Online
No website in Massachusetts lists all active bench warrants for Revere. The state does not keep a public warrant roster. There are still ways to check from home though.
The MassCourts portal gives public access to Trial Court records. Search by name or case number. Chelsea District Court cases for Revere residents appear in this system. Some warrant information may show, but not all details are public. Sealed or impounded cases will not come up in results at all. The system works for free at courthouse terminals and is also available online.
The iCORI system runs criminal record checks for $25 per search. You need a valid photo ID and Social Security Number. Results can include bench warrant history as part of a person's criminal background. Online checks come back fast. Mail requests take up to 10 business days. You can also submit a public records request under M.G.L. c. 66, § 10 to the Chelsea District Court clerk or the Suffolk County Sheriff for bench warrant records tied to Revere cases.
Note: When searching MassCourts for Revere bench warrants, look under Chelsea District Court since that is the court that serves Revere.
How to Clear a Revere Bench Warrant
Bench warrants do not expire in Massachusetts. A warrant from Revere stays active until a judge recalls it or you get arrested. Do not put it off.
Call Chelsea District Court at (617) 660-9200. Ask the clerk about a voluntary surrender or a motion to recall the bench warrant. Under M.G.L. c. 276, § 82A, the court can vacate a default and recall a bench warrant if you appear and explain why you missed your hearing. Bring your ID and any papers tied to the case. The courthouse is at 120 Broadway in Chelsea, which is a short drive or bus ride from Revere. Showing up on your own always looks better than getting picked up at a traffic stop on Broadway or along Revere Beach.
A lawyer can file a motion to recall before you go to court. The Massachusetts Bar Association referral line is 1-800-392-5660. Legal aid groups serving Suffolk County also help people who cannot afford a private attorney. Under M.G.L. c. 276, § 22, default warrants follow specific rules when someone fails to appear or pay fines ordered by the court.
Revere Warrant Record Details
A bench warrant record for a Revere case lists the person's full name, date of birth, and physical description. That includes height, weight, hair color, and eye color. The last known address and any aliases go on the record. Each warrant gets a tracking number in the state Warrant Management System.
The record also shows the case number, docket from Chelsea District Court, the judge who signed the warrant, and the date of issuance. The original charge and the reason for the bench warrant are spelled out. Common reasons for bench warrants in Revere include failure to appear at a hearing, a probation violation, or not paying a court-ordered fine. Bail amounts and conditions appear on the document. The Massachusetts State Police at (508) 820-2300 can verify bench warrant details for Revere cases through state and federal databases.
Suffolk County Bench Warrants
Revere is part of Suffolk County. Bench warrant cases in the city go through the Suffolk County court system, specifically Chelsea District Court. The city of Boston is also in Suffolk County. Visit the full county page for more details on warrant resources and sheriff services across Suffolk County.