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Maryland’s courts, court offices, and court administrative offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day. Court holidays.

2025 Maryland Judiciary Annual Report

Available Now: Maryland Judiciary 2025 Annual Report

The Maryland Judiciary 2025 Annual Report highlights how the Maryland Judiciary advances justice for all who come to Maryland’s courts. Read more about the outstanding work accomplished by Judiciary employees from across the state. 

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The Maryland Judiciary offers FREE classes taught by attorneys from the Maryland Court Help Center. See the schedule here.

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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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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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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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