Training Courses

Public Records for Massachusetts Public Safety Personnel – Grafton PD

Date & Time:
  • September 29, 2026 - 9:00 AM–3:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Location:
28 Providence Road, Grafton, MA
Agency:
Municipal Police Institute
Training Hours:
6 hrs

Facts

  • Instructor: Eric Atstupenas, Esquire
  • Date: September 29, 2026
  • Location: Grafton Police Department
  • Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Price: $219.00 USD

Overview

This one-day in-person training is designed for records access officers and supervisors who need practical, immediately applicable knowledge of Massachusetts Public Records Law. Participants gain a comprehensive understanding of public records requirements, exemptions specific to public safety agencies, real-world application strategies, and techniques for managing complex or challenging requests. All attendees receive the PDF Guide to Public Records for Massachusetts Public Safety Personnel (2026 Edition) 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