What are Town and County of Nantucket Public Records?
Nantucket public records are records obtained or generated by government agencies for official business. According to the Massachusetts Public Records Law, public records include letters, financial statements, papers, statistical tabulations, maps, and photographs regardless of physical form or characteristics.
Government agencies in Nantucket are obligated to grant residents access to public records. However, there are exemptions under the Massachusetts Public records Law that prohibit public access. The following are some records closed to the general public:
- Individual identifying information
- Records protected by state or federal law.
- Autopsy reports
- Records protected by the attorney-client privilege
- Hospital records, including medical care, medical administration, and information
- Reports of sexual assault, domestic violence, and rape
- Trade secrets
- Juvenile delinquency cases
- Records related to ongoing prosecutions or investigations
In addition to government agencies, county public records may also be obtained from third-party websites. These non-government platforms come with intuitive tools that allow for expansive searches. Record seekers may either opt to use these tools to search for a specific record or multiple records. Users are able to search third-party websites remotely for multiple records at a time with just the name of the record subject and their last known location, including the city, county or state. Third-party sites are not sponsored by government agencies. Because of this, record availability and results may vary.
Town and County of Nantucket Crime Statistics
Nantucket crime statistics are available via the Massachusetts Crime Statistics webpage. According to the 2020 Crime Overview, Nantucket recorded 1 robbery, 9 burglary incidents, 76 assault cases, 201 larceny thefts, 4 motor vehicle thefts, and 5 sexual offenses. In 2020, law enforcement agencies reported a total of 476 crimes, 10.44% higher than the 431 recorded in 2019.
Are Town and County of Nantucket Criminal Records Public?
Nantucket County criminal records are open to certain persons for purposes listed under Section 172(3). All authorized agencies and parties requesting personal records can obtain complete criminal history information. However, details available to third parties are restricted.
Requestors can get Nantucket criminal records by visiting the Massachusetts Criminal Records page. Interested individuals can conduct name-based or fingerprint-based checks for desired records by downloading and completing criminal record request forms (personal request form or representative request form).
Requests for Nantucket criminal records cost $25.00 per copy. However, individuals who qualify for an indigency waiver may obtain records for free. Requestors are to submit the completed forms along with applicable fees or completed fee waiver forms to:
Massachusetts Department Criminal Justice Information Services (DCJIS)
200 Arlington Street, Suite 2200
Chelsea, MA 02150
Phone: (617) 660-4640
Fax: (617) 660-5973
How to Obtain Nantucket Town and County Police Reports and Arrest Records
Requestors may contact the Nantucket County Sheriff's Department to access police reports and arrest records created in the county. Alternatively, parties may obtain Nantucket County arrest records and police reports from the Nantucket Town Police Department. Interested requestors should contact either agency with record details using the contact information below:
Nantucket Sheriff's Office
Town and County Building
20 South Water Street
P.O. Box 419
Nantucket, MA 02554
Phone: (508) 228-7263
Fax: (508) 325-5338
Email: nantucket@islandsheriff.com
Nantucket Police Department
4 Fairgrounds Road
Nantucket, MA 02554
Phone: (508) 228-1212
Fax: (508) 228-7246
How to Find Sex Offender Information in Town and County of Nantucket
The Massachusetts Sex Offender Registry Board (SORB) offers Nantucket Town and County residents a public online search tool that dispenses information on sexual offenders in the state. All interested parties can perform searches by the offender’s last and first name, registration status, level, city, zip code, street name, and address radius. The repository displays offender details such as a name, photos, address, offense information, and physical description.
How to Find Town and County of Nantucket Inmate Records
Interested persons may contact the Nantucket County Jail for inmate records. Requestors should provide the jail administrator with the inmate’s name, booking details, and charge information. Interested parties should note that request fees may apply. All requests should be submitted to:
Nantucket County Jail
16 Broad Street, 2nd Floor
P.O. Box 419
Nantucket, MA, 02554-0419
Phone: (508) 228-7263
Town and County of Nantucket Court Records
Nantucket court records contain details of county court proceedings. The Nantucket Town and County court system comprises a Superior Court, a District Court, a Probate and Family Court, and a Juvenile Court. The Superior Court hears felonies, civil actions (above $50,000.00), medical malpractice tribunals, and labor disputes (relating to injunctive relief). Matters heard at the District Court include criminal, housing, civil, mental health, and juvenile cases.
The Nantucket Probate and Family Court has jurisdiction over family matters, general equity, and probate proceedings. The county also has a Juvenile Court with jurisdiction over youthful offenders, guardianship disputes, and delinquency matters.
Locations of Town and County of Nantucket Courts
Nantucket Town and County Superior Court
16 Broad Street
Nantucket, MA 02554
Phone: (508) 228-2559
Fax: (508) 228-3725
Nantucket District Court
16 Broad Street
Nantucket, MA 02554
Phone: (508) 228-0460
Fax: (508) 325-5759
Nantucket Probate and Family Court
16 Broad Street
Nantucket, MA 02554
Phone: (508) 228-2669
Fax: (508) 228-3662
Nantucket Juvenile Court
16 Broad Street
Nantucket, MA 02554
Phone: (508) 325-4265
Phone: (508) 495-1696
Are Town and County of Nantucket Court Records Public?
Yes, Nantucket County court records are accessible to the general public. According to Massachusetts law, Nantucket Town and County residents can request, inspect, or make copies of court records. Interested individuals can begin by visiting the Massachusetts Records Search Page. However, individuals should note Nantucket court records deemed sensitive or confidential are closed to the public. Some examples include details of settlement agreements, juvenile delinquency matters, and records containing private medical information.
How to Obtain Town and County of Nantucket Civil Court Case Records
Nantucket Town and County Civil court case records are obtainable from the office of the Nantucket Town Clerk. Record seekers must provide the Clerk’s Office with relevant names, charge information, dates, and judgment details. Applicants should submit requests to:
Nantucket Town Clerk
16 Broad Street
Nantucket, MA 02554
Phone: (508) 228-7216
Fax: (508) 325-5313
Email: townclerk@nantucket-ma.gov
Open Hours: Mondays to Fridays 8a.m. - 4p.m.
Alternatively, interested persons can find Nantucket Probate and Family Court records via the Massachusetts Probate Court Portal. However, access to this portal may cost varying fees.
How to Obtain Town and County of Nantucket Criminal Court Case Records
Individuals interested in obtaining Nantucket Town and County criminal court records can search for them via the Nantucket District Court webpage. Applicants can also submit written requests containing record details such as names, court dates, charges, and the court’s final disposition. Interested parties may submit requests to:
Office of the Nantucket District Court Clerk
16 Broad Street
Nantucket, MA 02554
Phone: (508) 228-0460
Fax: (508) 325-5759
What are Town and County of Nantucket Vital Records?
Nantucket County vital records are documents that detail life events in the town. These documents are government-generated records that confirm divorces, marriages, births, and deaths. In compliance with state law, the Town and County of Nantucket restricts access to certain vital records.
Divorce Records
Nantucket divorce records are official documents detailing the dissolution of a marriage. Individuals interested in obtaining Nantucket County divorce decrees should visit the Massachusetts divorce records request page. Requesting online requires the case docket number which is obtainable at the Probate and Family Court.
Parties may also submit completed copies of the divorce record request form with $20.00 checks or money orders payable to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Applicants should forward requests to:
16 Broad Street
Nantucket, MA 02554
Phone: (508) 228-2669
Fax: (508) 228-3662
Marriage Records
A Nantucket County marriage record is an official document confirming that two people solemnized their wedding in the county. Interested persons can complete the Vital Records Application with the names of both parties to the marriage and the marriage date. Each Nantucket County marriage certificate costs $15.00, payable via checks made out to the Town of Nantucket. Parties should submit requests for Nantucket marriage records to:
Nantucket Town Clerk’s Office
16 Broad Street
Nantucket, MA 02554
Phone: (508) 228-7216
Fax: (508) 325-5313
Email: townclerk@nantucket-ma.gov
Birth Records
A Nantucket birth record is an official document that contains an individual’s birth details, such as a name, date and place of birth, gender, and names of the child's parents. Nantucket county birth records are available at the Town Clerk’s Office. However, only the following persons are eligible for access:
- The record’s subject
- The subject’s parents
- An individual with a court order
Each Nantucket County birth certificate costs $15.00. Eligible requestors should complete the Vital Records Application along with payment and a government-approved means of identification to:
Nantucket Town Clerk’s Office
16 Broad Street
Nantucket, MA 02554
Phone: (508) 228-7216
Fax: (508) 325-5313
Email: townclerk@nantucket-ma.gov
At the state level, the Massachusetts Registry of Vital Records and Statistics (ROVRS) also disseminates these records to eligible persons through a third-party agency. However, vital records before the year 1926 are not available. Requestors can order birth records via phone, online, mail, or in person. A copy of a Nantucket birth certificate costs $20.00 in person, $32.00 by mail, or $51.00 by phone or online. Individuals who can obtain this record include:
- The record’s subject or parents
- Legal representative or legal guardians (both require proof)
Record seekers should complete the Application for Vital Records and send it (along with payment) to:
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
150 Mount Vernon Street, 1st Floor
Dorchester, MA 02125-3105
Death Records
Nantucket county death records contain details of county deaths. Persons interested in these records should call the Town Clerk’s Office at (508) 228-7216 to confirm document status and the requestor’s eligibility.
Interested individuals can order Nantucket County death records from the Town Clerk by downloading and completing the Vital Record Application. Parties should submit completed applications with $15.00 checks or money orders made out to the Town of Nantucket. All applicants should forward requests to:
Nantucket Town Clerk’s Office
16 Broad Street
Nantucket, MA 02554
Phone: (508) 228-7216
Fax: (508) 325-5313
Email: townclerk@nantucket-ma.gov
