Where to Find Help

UPDATED August 4, 2008

Before your protective order can take effect, you must have your papers served to the abuser. Contact the clerk of the court in the district, probate, or family court in your county to find out where you should get your papers served. For a list of Massachusetts courts, check the Courthouse Locations page on our site.

Usually, you get your papers served at your local Sheriff Department. Listed below are telephone numbers and addresses for Sheriff Departments in Massachusetts.

For more information on how to get a protective order, check our How to Get a Restraining Order page, or contact the clerk of the court in the district, probate, or family court in your county.

Barnstable

Berkshire

Bristol

Dukes

Essex

Franklin

Hampden

Hampshire

Middlesex

Nantucket

Norfolk

Plymouth

Suffolk

Worcester

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