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When courts are closed

Maryland’s courts, court offices, and court administrative offices will be closed on Monday, February 18, in observance of Presidents' Day. Court holidays.

State of the Judiciary

Chief Judge delivers State of the Judiciary Address

Maryland Court of Appeals Chief Judge Mary Ellen Barbera delivered the State of the Judiciary Address to the Maryland General Assembly on Feb. 6.
The speech was livestreamed by Maryland Public Television and can be viewed here. The transcript of the speech is available here.

Gavel and Scales

Judge Fred S. Hecker to lead Circuit Court for Carroll County

Maryland Court of Appeals Chief Judge Mary Ellen Barbera has named Judge Fred S. Hecker county administrative judge of the Circuit Court for Carroll County. Read more.

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How to pay your traffic ticket

Did you get a traffic ticket? To find payment methods, deadlines, or information about your case, start here.

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Baltimore County next to launch MDEC

Beginning in February 2019, Baltimore County will become the latest jurisdiction to offer Maryland Electronic Courts (MDEC).

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People’s Law

People’s Law is a legal information and self-help website maintained by the Maryland State Law Library and supported by Maryland's non-profit legal services providers. Explore People's Law.

Language Portals

GlobeThe Maryland Judiciary has many services available to individuals who do not speak English. Read more.