MELROSE · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
C
14/24
Melrose gets a C.
Middlesex County reflects Massachusetts's Public Records Law framework. Massachusetts has one of the weakest public records laws in the country: 10-business-day response, no real enforcement teeth, and the legislature exempts itself entirely. CORI rules block routine crim
Note: County-level grade from Middlesex County applies — no separate city grade yet computed for Melrose.
COMPUTED 2026-05-29 21:16 UTC · SCORE 14/24
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U.S. Courts
BOP Inmate Locator
STATUS LEGEND: LIVE = HTTP 200-399 · WARN = 4xx · DEAD = 5xx · PENDING = checker could not reach (may still be live in browser)
Sources checked
- → https://www.fbi.gov [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-05-29 21:06 UTC]
- → https://www.fbi.gov/wanted [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-05-29 21:06 UTC]
- → https://www.uscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-05-29 21:06 UTC]
- → https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-05-29 21:06 UTC]
Method: Live source health verified against official government portals at the timestamp shown. Grade computed from a six-criterion rubric (records access, fees, turnaround, e-filing, mugshot policy, body-cam release). How we grade →
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Children Missing From Massachusetts (Statewide)
Active Massachusetts cases from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (statewide feed). Refreshed every 6 hours.
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Recent Massachusetts Court Cases
Most recent Massachusetts court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| BANKRUPTCY 1:26-mc-91170 | In Re Attorney Disciplinary Proceedings | 05/29/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 1:26-mc-91202 | In Re Attorney Disciplinary Proceedings | 05/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-12425 | Bromander v. Broadcom Inc. et al | 05/29/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 1:26-cr-10089-4 | USA v. Pineda Nunez et al. | 05/29/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 1:26-mc-91271 | Blasket Renewable Investments LLC v. Kingdom of Spain | 05/29/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 1:26-mc-91273 | USA v. Depena | 05/29/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 1:26-mc-91274 | USA v. Soares | 05/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-12428 | Blidgen v. Town of Braintree et al | 05/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-11724 | Commonwealth of Massachusetts v. K & M Sales & Leasing, Inc. | 05/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-12426 | Larancuent v. Radaris, LLC | 05/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 4:26-cv-40145 | Burrell et al v. City of Worcester et al | 05/29/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 1:26-cr-10150-1 | USA v. Bickle | 05/29/2026 |
Cited Answers · Verified Sources · Statewide FAQ — applies to all of Massachusetts
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes. Note: Statewide FAQ — applies to all of Massachusetts. No city-specific FAQ is available yet — the answers below apply to the broader jurisdiction.
Where do I find vital records in Barre?▼
To find vital records in Barre, MA (Worcester County), contact the Town of Barre Town Clerk at 40 West Street, Barre, MA 01005 (978-355-5004). Statewide vital records are at the Massachusetts Registry of Vital Records and Statistics at https://www.mass.gov/orgs/registry-of-vital-records-and-statistics. Births and deaths recorded since 1921 are at the state level; older records are at the local clerk. Certified copies cost $20 each. Only the registrant, immediate family, or legal representatives can obtain certified copies under M.G.L. c.46 §2A. Older records (75+ years) are open at the Massachusetts State Archives at https://www.sec.state.ma.us/arc/. Sources: MA RVRS (https://www.mass.gov/orgs/registry-of-vital-records-and-statistics), MA Archives (https://www.sec.state.ma.us/arc/).
What's the source for arrest records in Holyoke?▼
Arrest records in Holyoke, MA (Hampden County) come primarily from the Holyoke Police Department at 138 Appleton Street, Holyoke, MA 01040 (413-322-6900). Massachusetts Public Records Law (M.G.L. c.66 §10) makes adult arrest reports public; submit a written records request. The Hampden County Sheriff's Department at https://www.hcsdmass.org/ maintains current inmate rosters. The Massachusetts iCORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) at https://www.mass.gov/cori provides statewide criminal history (subject's own record free; standard employer iCORI $25). Court charges tied to arrests are searchable at https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-court-system. Sources: Holyoke PD (https://www.holyoke.org/police-staff/), MA iCORI (https://www.mass.gov/cori).
Is it possible to obtain a police report online?▼
In Worcester, MA (Worcester County), it IS possible to obtain a police report online for some cases. The Worcester Police Department Records Section at 9-11 Lincoln Square, Worcester, MA 01608 (508-799-8651) accepts requests in person, by mail, or via the City of Worcester records request system at https://www.worcesterma.gov/. Online ordering of accident reports is available through the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles for crashes involving an investigation. Massachusetts Public Records Law (M.G.L. c.66 §10) requires response within 10 business days. Standard fees: $5 for incident reports, $5-$10 for accident reports. Sources: Worcester PD (https://www.worcesterma.gov/police), MA Public Records (https://www.sec.state.ma.us/pre/preidx.htm).
How do I find arrest records in Massachusetts?▼
To find arrest records in Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Criminal History Systems Board iCORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) at https://www.mass.gov/cori provides statewide criminal history. Subjects can request their own record online for free; standard employer iCORI is $25, open-access (limited) is free. The MA Department of Correction inmate search at https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-department-of-correction shows state prisoners. Local arrest reports come from the city/town police department; MA Public Records Law (M.G.L. c.66 §10) governs disclosure. Court charges tied to arrests are searchable at https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-court-system. Sources: MA iCORI (https://www.mass.gov/cori), MA Courts (https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-court-system).
How do I search property ownership in Massachusetts?▼
To search property ownership in Massachusetts, use the Massachusetts Land Records site at https://www.masslandrecords.com/, which provides free statewide deed and mortgage searches at all 21 county Registries of Deeds. The MassGIS Property Tax Parcels at https://www.mass.gov/info-details/massgis-data-property-tax-parcels provides statewide GIS-based ownership data. Each city/town Assessor maintains current ownership and assessed values; many post online (e.g., Boston at https://www.boston.gov/departments/assessing). Massachusetts Public Records Law (M.G.L. c.66 §10) makes deeds and assessments public. Recording fees average $155 first page; certified copies cost $1 per page plus $5 certification. Sources: MA Land Records (https://www.masslandrecords.com/), MassGIS (https://www.mass.gov/info-details/massgis-data-property-tax-parcels).
Where do I look up probate records in Massachusetts?▼
To look up probate records in Massachusetts, contact the Probate and Family Court in the county where probate was opened. The MA Probate and Family Court directory is at https://www.mass.gov/orgs/probate-and-family-court. Major counties: Suffolk (Boston) at https://www.mass.gov/locations/suffolk-probate-and-family-court, Middlesex at https://www.mass.gov/locations/middlesex-probate-and-family-court, Worcester at https://www.mass.gov/locations/worcester-probate-and-family-court. Once a will is admitted to probate it becomes a public court record under M.G.L. c.66 §10. Online access is via Massachusetts Trial Court e-Access at https://www.masscourts.org/. Certified copies cost $5 first page, $1 each additional. Sources: MA Trial Court (https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-court-system), MA Probate and Family Court (https://www.mass.gov/orgs/probate-and-family-court).
📊 Public Data Sources for Melrose, MA
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
📰 Recent Federal Law Enforcement News 8 items
Statewide (MA) — federal-news feed scoped to state
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🏥 Healthcare Providers (NPPES) 8
City of Melrose, MA
| Name | City |
|---|---|
| SASA PERISKIC | MELROSE |
| HOLLY FITZGERALD | MELROSE |
| JOSEE LAPLANTE | MELROSE |
| DANIEL WITKOWSKI | MELROSE |
| ELIZABETH BETTENCOURT | MELROSE |
| GARREY FALLER | MELROSE |
| FREDERICK SOLOMON | MELROSE |
| STEVEN KORNBLEUTH | MELROSE |
⛔ HHS-OIG Excluded Individuals 6
City of Melrose, MA
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| KENNETH DEVELLIS | 1128b4 |
| BEVERLY NOTARANGELI | 1128a3 |
| DONNA POLCARI | 1128b4 |
| GARY SBORDONE | 1128b4 |
| JOHN SOUZA | 1128a1 |
| GERD TESCHKE | 1128b4 |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 8
City of Melrose, MA
| EIN | Organization |
|---|---|
| 020415654 | Melrose Bandaiders Inc. |
| 042111388 | Fitch Home Inc. |
| 042220520 | Temple Beth Shalom and Melrose Jewish Community Ce |
| 042436874 | Congregational Retirement Homes Inc. |
| 042480167 | Melrose Day Care Center Inc. |
| 042623390 | Campo Mariense Do Espirito Santo Association of Sa |
| 042628372 | Congretational Retirement Homes III Inc. |
| 042725282 | Protestant Chaplaincy Council Inc. |
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 12
Direct from MA state + federal sources · no aggregators
doj_news
Wareham Man Sentenced to Over Seven Years in Prison for Child Pornography Offenses
May 29, 2026
doj_news
Former Suffolk County Corrections Officer Sentenced for COVID Unemployment and Loan Fraud
May 28, 2026
FBI Field Office
Homeland Security Task Force Investigation Leads to Illegal Alien Being Indicted for Running a Continuing Criminal Enterprise, Drug Trafficking, and Money Laundering
May 19, 2026
FBI Field Office
New Hampshire Woman Pleads Guilty to Role in Drug Trafficking Conspiracy in Case Brought by New Hampshire’s Homeland Security Task Force
May 19, 2026
Federal Agency
Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement actions with former employee of Atlantic Union Bank and former employee of Frost Bank
May 28, 2026
Sources: state appellate courts, state AGs, DOJ, SEC, FTC, FDA, DOL, Federal Reserve, OCC, and more. Direct from .gov — never aggregated.
Recent News in Melrose
Public-safety and law-enforcement headlines relevant to this area.
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Man facing charges in fatal stabbing in Melrose, Massachusetts
A Massachusetts man is scheduled to face charges Monday in the fatal stabbing of another man in their Melrose home.Nathan Baldi, 21, of Melrose, is charged with assault and battery…
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DUI, Identity Fraud, And Vandalism: Melrose Police Log - Patch
DUI, Identity Fraud, And Vandalism: Melrose Police Log Patch
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2 people taken to hospital after fire in Melrose
Two people were taken to the hospital after a house fire in Melrose, Massachusetts, early Tuesday. Melrose Fire Chief John White said smoke alarms woke the two people who were insi…
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Patch AM: Governor names state holiday in honor of soccer star who grew up in Melrose
Coming up: Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music! on the Melrose Patch calendar ...
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Man arrested in connection with indecent assaults near MBTA station - WCVB
Man arrested in connection with indecent assaults near MBTA station WCVB
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‘Frantzdy Pierrot Day’ declared in Massachusetts ahead of World Cup
A packed room was full of Pierrot’s family and friends, and many members of the Haitian community around Boston who are proud of how far he’s come since he was a child in Haiti.
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‘Frantzdy Pierrot Day’ declared in Mass. in honor of Haitian World Cup star who grew up in Melrose
A Haitian World Cup soccer player who grew up in Melrose was honored Tuesday when Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey declared it be
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Boy killed by falling tree at Melrose, Massachusetts playground spent "last moments laughing and playing tag"
The boy who was killed by a large falling tree at a school playground in Melrose, Massachusetts was identified by his family as 9-year-old Zakaria Bel Qaid.