How do I file a Circuit Court in Montgomery County?
File your case Forms are available online on the Circuit Court Website, Maryland Courts website, and at the counters of individual Clerk’s Office Departments. Read the forms and accompanying instructions before you start filling out the forms.
What cases are heard in Maryland Circuit Court?
Circuit Courts generally handle the state’s major civil cases and more serious criminal matters, along with juvenile cases, family matters, such as divorce, and most appeals from the District Court, orphans’ courts and administrative agencies.
What’s the phone number to Montgomery County Courthouse?
Administrators
| Name | Phone # | Office |
|---|---|---|
| Court Administrator | 240-777-9100 | 3040 |
| Karen A. Bushell, Clerk of the Court | 240-777-9467 | 3200 |
What court circuit is Maryland in?
The fourth judicial circuit
Under the United States Court of Appeals are thirteen judicial circuits. The fourth judicial circuit includes Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
How do I file a complaint with the Maryland Circuit Court?
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office at 410-694-9380….Filing a Complaint
- Your full name, address, telephone number, and email address;
- The name of the judge, the court, and location of the court (County/City);
- The case name, case number, and date(s) of relevant court proceedings;
How do I sue someone in Maryland?
Filing a case requires four steps:
- Writing and filing the complaint.
- Paying the filing fee (or getting it waived)
- Notifying the party you are suing (this notification is usually called “service of process”)
- Proving to the court that the party you are suing (the Defendant) has been served.
What is the difference between District Court and Circuit Court in Maryland?
The District Court hears traffic, non-jury criminal matters, and limited civil cases. These cases such as domestic violence, small claims, and landlord-tenant matters. The Circuit Court generally handles more serious criminal jury trials and major civil cases.
How many Maryland circuit courts are there?
8 judicial circuits
Circuit Courts are grouped in 8 judicial circuits. More information for each Maryland court can be found by hovering over and clicking on each county on the map below or using the links in the left menu column.
How do I file a civil Complaint in Maryland?
How do you start a court case?
To start a court case, you must have a reason to go to court. Generally, the reason for your court case is known as the “cause of action.” A cause of action exists when someone (usually called the defendant or the respondent) has done a legal wrong to you, or there is a disagreement that the court can solve.
How much does it cost to file a lawsuit in Maryland?
Civil Fees
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Civil Action Filing Fee w/ Attorney (Includes Habeas Corpus and Administrative Appeals. WCC and Unemployment, costs payable at end of case.) | $185.00 |
| Civil Action Filing Fee w/o Attorney (Includes District Court Appeals) | $165.00 |
| Attorney Appearance | $20.00 |
How many Maryland district courts are there?
12 districts
The District Court, with headquarters located in Annapolis, is a statewide court with 33 locations in 12 districts.