The Executive Office of Public Safety and Security is committed to doing all we can to keep the people of Massachusetts informed about critical public safety issues. 

We will continue to move more of our business processes online. Whether you want to look up a home improvement contractor registration, find a Massachusetts Building Code , or apply to the State Police Academy , we want to make our portal your one-stop shop.


Sex Offender Registry Board (SORB)

The Sex Offender Registry Board is the state agency responsible for keeping a database of convicted sex offenders. To obtain more information on Level 2 and 3 offenders in a geographical area (County, City or Postal code), use the SORB website .


Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency

The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is the state agency with primary responsibility for ensuring the state’s resilience to disasters. MEMA’s staff is committed to an all hazards approach to emergency management. MEMA ensures the Commonwealth’s ability to rapidly recover from large and small disasters by assessing and mitigating hazards, enhancing preparedness, ensuring effective response, and building the capacity to recover

Parole Board

The Massachusetts Parole Board is an agency authorized to grant paroles, supervise the parolee, and make recommendations to the Governor in regard to pardons and commutations. The seven members of the Parole Board are appointed by the Governor for five year terms.