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Massachusetts Probation Service (MPS)

Our Mission

The Massachusetts Probation Service, Protecting and Building Safer, Healthier, Strong Communities

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Read the Massachusetts Probation Service FY 2025 Annual Report 

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Our Organization

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Learn about the Office of Community Corrections

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Massachusetts Probation Service Contacts

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Seal Your Criminal Record

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Depending on the conviction and the amount of time that has passed, you may be eligible to seal your criminal record. Find out more about eligibility requirements for sealing criminal records here.

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Expunge Your Criminal Record

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Having a criminal record expunged means that the record will be permanently destroyed so that it's no longer accessible by the court or any other state, municipal, or county agencies. It's not the same as having a record sealed. Find out who's eligible to have a record expunged and how to request to expunge your record.

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Massachusetts Trial Court Probation Officer Examination Information

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This guide provides essential information about the Probation Officer position and the Probation Officer Entrance Exam. You will find details on the exam process, schedule, and how to register.

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Phone

(617) 727-5300

Open M-F, 8:30am-4:30pm.

MassRelay: Dial 711

Fax

(617) 727-8483

Address

1 Ashburton Place Room 405 Boston, MA 02108
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