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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.

Jury Bench

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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MDEC implemented in all Maryland Courts

The Maryland Judiciary completed its statewide implementation of the Maryland Electronic Courts (MDEC) case management system on May 6, 2024.

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Latest News

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
September 10, 2024
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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People’s Law

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

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