Hingham District Court serves Hanover, Hingham, Hull, Norwell, Rockland, and Scituate, and it hears a range of criminal and civil matters for residents of those towns. If you have a case there, the first thing to know is that arraignments and conditions of release are handled early in the day, so what you do before you walk in can shape the rest of the case.
Court Overview
The court sits at 28 George Washington Blvd., Hingham, MA 02043, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. It is reachable by public transit and offers free parking.
Contact Information
- Address: 28 George Washington Blvd., Hingham, MA 02043
- Phone: 781-749-8580
- Fax: 781-749-9601
Cases Handled at Hingham District Court
- Criminal cases from Hanover, Hingham, Hull, Norwell, Rockland, and Scituate
- Civil cases, including those under $25,000
- Housing and landlord-tenant (summary process) matters
- Motor vehicle offenses and traffic violations
- Small claims
- Domestic violence cases and restraining order (209A) matters
- Probation matters
Jurisdiction Areas
The court’s jurisdiction covers Hanover, Hingham, Hull, Norwell, Rockland, and Scituate.
Directions to the Court
From West and Central: Take the Mass Pike (I-90) East to Exit 14 (Route 128), then Route 128 South into the I-93 combination to Exit 7 (Route 3). Follow Route 3 South to Exit 14 (Route 228) and the signs to the courthouse.
From North Central: Take Route 2 East to Route 128, then follow the directions above from Route 128 South.
From Cape Cod: Take Route 3 North to Exit 14 (Route 228) and follow the signs to the courthouse.
Parking
Free parking is available at the courthouse.
Hingham District Court Lawyer
If you have a case at Hingham District Court, Attorney Patrick Donovan, a former Norfolk County prosecutor, defends clients in criminal and restraining order matters throughout Plymouth County and the South Shore. Call (617) 479-1800 for a confidential consultation.
