Training Courses

Public Records for Massachusetts Public Safety Personnel – Mansfield PD

Date & Time:
  • December 15, 2026 - 9:00 AM–3:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Location:
500A East Street, Mansfield, MA
Agency:
Municipal Police Institute
Training Hours:
6 hrs

Course Facts

  • Instructor: Eric Atstupenas, Esquire
  • Date: December 15, 2026
  • Location: Mansfield Police Department
  • Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Price: $219.00 USD

Course Overview

This one-day in-person course is designed for records access officers and supervisors who need comprehensive training on Massachusetts Public Records Law. Participants will gain a practical understanding of public records regulations, explore the exemptions most relevant to public safety agencies, learn from real-world examples, and develop effective strategies for managing public records requests.

Upon completion, attendees will understand what constitutes a public record, which exemptions apply to public safety operations and how to apply them properly, how to draft legally sound responses, and how to address complex, unclear, or extensive requests. Every participant receives a copy of the PDF Guide to Public Records for Massachusetts Public Safety Personnel (2026 Edition), complete with sample forms.

Topics Covered

  • Public Records Core Concepts
  • The Role of the Records Access Officer
  • Requests and Requestors
  • Responding to Requests
  • Extensions of Time
  • Charging Fees
  • Appeals and Violations
  • Records Management
  • Exemptions
  • Crafting Responses and Petitions