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Judge Melvin Jews named new administrative judge for District 2

Judge Jews’ new role is effective September 1, 2024.  Read more.

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Jury duty scam reported

The following telephone scam has been reported: People have received calls about a bench warrant being issued for missing jury duty are told they must make a payment to clear the warrant. The call is a scam. 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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Do you need help filling out court forms?

Maryland Guide & File is a web-based tool that can help you fill out court forms. The program takes answers from a series of 
questions to complete the form for you. Read more.

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Free online class about filing for expungement

Join us for Part 2 of our expungement series to learn about how to expunge cases with favorable dispositions on Friday, September 27. Learn more.

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Talk to a lawyer for free at the Court Help Center

Call or chat with a lawyer who can help you represent yourself in your civil case. 8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday - Friday. Read more.

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September 13, 2024
Rules Order: 222nd Report of the Standing Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure (includes Category One of 223rd Report)
September 13, 2024
Amicus Curiarum, September issue online
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Administrative Order issued
September 9, 2024
In Memoriam: Hon. James Wise
September 9, 2024
Appointments to Baltimore City Circuit Court | Read the Governor's news release

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