Lynn Police Records
Lynn police records are managed by the Lynn Police Department's records office on Washington Street. Located on the North Shore in Essex County, Lynn handles a large volume of police reports each year. The department has a dedicated records office with its own page on the LPD website, and the city also has a law department that processes broader public records requests. Whether you need an incident report, arrest record, or crash report from Lynn, there are clear steps to follow. This page covers how to search for and obtain Lynn police records from the right sources.
Lynn Overview
Lynn Police Department Records Office
The Lynn Police Department is at 300 Washington Street, Lynn, MA 01902. The main number is (781) 595-2000 and the records office extension is 4390. The records office handles requests for incident reports, arrest records, and other police documents. Lt. Paul Cotter serves as the Records Access Officer. You can reach him at records@lynnpolice.org.
The Lynn Police records office page explains what the office does and how to get copies of reports.
This page lists the types of records you can request and the steps to follow.
The LPD follows M.G.L. Chapter 66, Section 10 for all public records requests. The department must respond within 10 business days. Lynn has a straightforward process for most record types, though some requests may take longer if the files need review.
How to Search Lynn Police Records
To search for Lynn police records, start with the records office. Call (781) 595-2000, ext. 4390, or email records@lynnpolice.org. You can ask about a specific incident report or arrest record. The staff can tell you what is available and how to get copies. For a formal request, put it in writing and send it to the records office at the Washington Street address.
The Lynn Police Department website is a good starting point for general information about the department and its services.
The main LPD site has links to the records office, news, and community programs.
Court records from Lynn cases can be found on MassCourts. Search the Lynn District Court for case numbers, party names, and docket entries. This covers criminal and civil cases but does not include the underlying police reports.
Lynn Records Request Process
You can request Lynn police records by emailing records@lynnpolice.org or sending a written request to the Lynn Police Department at 300 Washington Street, Lynn, MA 01902. Include the date of the incident, the names of people involved, and the report number if you have it. Be as specific as you can to help staff find your records quickly.
The city's Law Department at 3 City Hall Square, Lynn, MA 01901 also handles public records requests. You can reach them at (781) 598-4000. The Lynn records request guidelines page explains what to include in your request and how the city processes them.
These guidelines cover the rules for what records can be released and how fees are calculated.
The city must respond within 10 business days. Records tied to open investigations or exempt under M.G.L. Chapter 4, Section 7(26) may not be released. The department will let you know if that applies to your request.
Crash reports from Lynn are on BuyCrash.com for about $20 per report.
Lynn Police Records Fees
Lynn follows the state fee schedule under 950 CMR 32.08. Standard copies cost $0.05 per page. The first two hours of search time are free. After that, the city can charge $25 per hour for staff time to locate and compile your records.
Most single-report requests cost nothing or just a few cents for copies. If a request will be more expensive, the department tells you the estimated cost first. You can adjust what you are asking for to keep costs down. Crash reports through BuyCrash are about $20 each regardless of where you request them.
Note: There is no charge to inspect records in person at the records office when access is permitted.
Legal Resources for Lynn Records
If your request for Lynn police records is denied, you can appeal to the Supervisor of Records under M.G.L. Chapter 66, Section 10A. The supervisor will review the denial and issue a ruling within 10 business days. If you disagree with the outcome, you can take the case to Superior Court. The court may award your legal fees if you win the appeal.
CORI records for Lynn are managed by the DCJIS under M.G.L. Chapter 6, Sections 167-178. These state criminal history records are separate from local police reports. The Secretary of State's website has guides on the public records law and how to file appeals if needed.
Essex County Police Records
Lynn is part of Essex County on the North Shore of Massachusetts. The county includes several cities and towns along the coast and inland. For more on county-level police records and resources, check the Essex County page.
Nearby Cities
Other cities near Lynn with police records pages on this site.