NEEDHAM · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
C
13/24
Needham gets a C.
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 criminal history release. Strong courts e-filing partially offsets.
Note: Statewide grade applies — no separate local grade yet computed for Needham.
COMPUTED 2026-06-15 15:07 UTC · SCORE 13/24
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FBI.gov
FBI Wanted
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 · 2026-06-15 15:05 UTC]
- → https://www.fbi.gov/wanted [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-15 15:05 UTC]
- → https://www.uscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-15 15:05 UTC]
- → https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-06-15 15:05 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 →
Live · FBI Most Wanted · MA Field Offices (Statewide)
Currently Wanted by the FBI
Active FBI cases from the MA field office (statewide). Data: api.fbi.gov, refreshed every 6 hours.
Source: FBI.gov · Wanted
Live · NCMEC Missing Children · MA
Children Missing From Massachusetts (Statewide)
Active Massachusetts cases from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (statewide feed). Refreshed every 6 hours.
Lorili Setaro (MA)
Nadia Marcshane (MA)
Jacqui Peterson (MA)
Yoskar Dume (MA)
Sariah Rosario (MA)
Audrina Meringer (MA)
Source: NCMEC · National Center for Missing & Exploited Children · If you have information, call 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).
Live · Updated Daily
Recent Massachusetts Court Cases
Most recent Massachusetts court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-12691 | Martinez Tecu v. Moniz et al | 06/14/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-11403 | Leeje L. Young | 06/14/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-12689 | Dornelas Fagundes v. Hyde et al | 06/14/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-12690 | De Los Santos Lopez v. Wesling et al | 06/14/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30387 | Ajit K. Singh | 06/14/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-40711 | Antony J. Perez | 06/14/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-40712 | Angela M. Palmere | 06/14/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-40713 | Nancy L. Nguyen | 06/14/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-12688 | Pires Da Costa v. Moniz et al | 06/13/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-12636 | N.P. by and through Jeff. P. v. CIGNA Healthcare, Inc. et al | 06/13/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-11693 | G.A. et al v. Aetna Life Insurance Company | 06/13/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-11400 | Daniel G Carchidi | 06/13/2026 |
Cited Answers · Verified Sources · County-level FAQ — applies to all of Norfolk County
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes. Note: County-level FAQ — applies to all of Norfolk County. No city-specific FAQ is available yet — the answers below apply to the broader jurisdiction.
Where can I find access to the salaries of correctional officers?▼
Norfolk County, MA correctional officer salaries: Massachusetts Comptroller CTHRU (https://cthru.state.ma.us/) — searchable database of state employee salaries by department, name, position. Norfolk County Sheriff (https://www.norfolksheriff.com/) for county-level employees — public via Massachusetts Public Records Law (M.G.L. c. 66, https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartI/TitleX/Chapter66). Submit written records request to Sheriff's HR or county. Better Government Association (https://www.bettergov.org/) for some MA payroll data. Boston Globe and other media also publish public payroll databases. M.G.L. c. 66 §10 sets 10-day response standard.
How do I get a criminal background check in Foxboro?▼
Foxboro, MA (Norfolk County) background check: Massachusetts CORI via DCJIS (https://www.mass.gov/orgs/department-of-criminal-justice-information-services-dcjis) — $25 personal CORI request (https://www.mass.gov/how-to/request-your-cori). Statute M.G.L. c. 6 §172 (https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartI/TitleII/Chapter6/Section172). iCORI online (https://icori.chs.state.ma.us/). Foxborough Police records (https://www.foxboroughpolice.com/). Norfolk County Sheriff (https://www.norfolksheriff.com/). Court records: Massachusetts Trial Court eAccess (https://www.masscourts.org/eservices/) free. FBI Identity History Summary $18 via IdentoGO MA (https://www.identogo.com/locations/massachusetts). Massachusetts Public Records Law (M.G.L. c. 66). Ban-the-box: M.G.L. c. 151B §4(9½).
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).
📊 Public Data Sources for Needham, MA
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
🔎 Crime Data & Public Safety Sources
Direct lookups · Needham, MA · external links open in new tab
Official Crime Statistics & Registries
.GOVFBI Crime Data Explorer
Official UCR / NIBRS crime stats for MA
.GOVNSOPW (Sex Offender Registry)
DOJ — search all 50 state registries
.GOVBureau of Justice Statistics
DOJ's primary criminal-justice data agency
.GOVCDC WISQARS
Injury, violence & fatality stats by county
.GOVUS Marshals 15 Most Wanted
Federal fugitives
.GOVATF Most Wanted
Firearms, arson & explosives fugitives
Interactive Crime Maps
Federal Agency Lookups (MA)
.GOVEPA ECHO
Environmental violations & enforcement by facility
.GOVNPPES NPI Registry
Search healthcare providers in MA
.GOVFDIC BankFind
FDIC-insured banks in MA
.GOVCFPB Consumer Complaints
Financial-product complaints database
.GOVOFAC Sanctions Search
US Treasury sanctions list
.GOVSEC EDGAR
Public-company filings in MA
.GOVIRS Tax-Exempt Search
501(c)(3) nonprofit lookups
.GOVUS Census Bureau
Demographics & statistics for MA
📰 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 Needham, MA
| Name | City |
|---|---|
| JESSICA REED | NEEDHAM |
| ALAN CLAYMAN | NEEDHAM |
| KELLY FLYNN | NEEDHAM |
| PHILIP GOTTLIEB | NEEDHAM |
| KENNETH BARRINGER | NEEDHAM |
| BETH PINALS | NEEDHAM |
| DAVID CHODIRKER | NEEDHAM |
| JOHN KANIA | NEEDHAM |
🏭 EPA Regulated Facilities 8
| Facility | City |
|---|---|
| 355 CHESTNUT STREET | NEEDHAM |
| LYNWOOD LABORATORIES, INC. | NEEDHAM |
| BERG DAVID M INC | NEEDHAM |
| REPLIGEN | NEEDHAM |
| HOMEWOOD SUITES | NEEDHAM |
| NSTAR -381 | NEEDHAM |
| A/G TECH CORP | NEEDHAM |
| AMERSHAM BIOSCIENCES | NEEDHAM |
💰 CFPB Consumer Complaints 6
Statewide (MA) — CFPB data not available below state level
| Date | Company | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Improper use of your report |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-21 | National Consumer Tele | Problem with fraud alerts or securit |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Problem with a company's investigati |
| 2026-05-21 | Experian Information S | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-20 | Experian Information S | Problem with a company's investigati |
⛔ HHS-OIG Excluded Individuals 4
City of Needham, MA
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| DAVID MARGOLIS | 1128b7 |
| FRANCIS QUILLARD | 1128a1 |
| LESLIE ROBERTS | 1128a1 |
| RUTH SCARBEAU | 1128b4 |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 8
City of Needham, MA
🏦 FDIC-Insured Banks 1
| Bank | City |
|---|---|
| Needham Bank | Needham |
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 12
Direct from MA state + federal sources · no aggregators
FBI Field Office
FBI Boston Warns Drone Operators of Temporary Flight Restrictions During FIFA World Cup 2026
Jun 11, 2026
doj_news
Twenty-Six Trinitarios Gang Members Charged with RICO Conspiracy Related to Five Murders in Massachusetts
Jun 9, 2026
FBI Field Office
FBI Boston Supports International Takedown of First VPN Service Used by Ransomware Actors to Compromise Businesses Worldwide
Jun 9, 2026
FBI Field Office
Bradley Man Sentenced for Bank Fraud Conspiracy and Aggravated Identity Theft
Jun 8, 2026
doj_news
Former Brookline Doctor Sentenced to More Than Four Years in Prison for Health Care Fraud and Tax Fraud
Jun 8, 2026
Federal Circuit
QUOTE – Furniture procurement, delivery & installation – Cincinnati, OH
Jun 11, 2026
FBI National
Master of Shadow Fleet Tanker Pleads Guilty in D.C. for Evading U.S. Coast Guard During Weeks-Long Pursuit
Jun 12, 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 Needham
Public-safety and law-enforcement headlines relevant to this area.
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Needham, Massachusetts parks and rec chair accused of stealing $200,000 from Little League families
Needham Chairman of Parks and Recreation Christopher Gerstel was arrested amid accusations of stealing from Little League families.
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Needham parks chairman accused of stealing from youth league
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Fired Massachusetts sheriff’s deputy Tom Brady convicted of ordering employees to perform home repairs
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