Records Request

How do I obtain a copy of an Incident Report?

If you are looking for an incident report from the Hanover Police Department, you may fill out the Request for Police Records Form. Physical copies of the form are located in the main lobby of the police station.

How do I obtain a copy of my Criminal Record?

If you are looking for a letter from the Hanover Police Department, you may visit the police station and obtain a request form located in the lobby or you may download Request for Police Records Form. If you are seeking a state-wide history search, this must be done through the Criminal History Board. You may contact the board by calling 617-660-4600.

How do I obtain a copy of a Motor Vehicle Crash Report?

If you are looking for a motor vehicle crash report from the Hanover Police Department, you may fill out the Request for Police Records Form.Phycial copies of the form are located in the main lobby of the police station. All record requests will be subject to approval of the Prosecutor, Records Access Officer, Lieutenant, or Chief of Police.

Additional Information

Please note that if you do not receive your records response email within a reasonable time, check your spam folder and allow records@hanover-ma.gov to be received in your inbox.