Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County Filing Rules

Official filing rules, court-wide sources, and procedure resources for Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County

For Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County filings, start with the official local rules and court-level instructions. Then confirm any division, department, clerk, or assigned-officer procedure that applies to the case.

Communication

Court-wide

Phone

410-222-1431

Hours: 9:00 AM. to 4:00 PM

Filing Fees and Waivers

3

Court-level rules
Counter payments must be made by cash, check, or money order.

Document Filing Requirements

2

Court-level rules
A Civil Appeal Pre-Hearing Information Report must be completed and sent to the Clerk of the Court of Special Appeals when filing an appeal.

Chambers Communication Rules

1

Court-level rules
The Civil and Family Departments may be contacted by telephone from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at 410-222-1431.

Service and Proof of Service Rules

1

Court-level rules
Papers prepared for filing may be served on opposing parties by the sheriff or a private process server.

Sealing & Redaction Procedures

1

Court-level rules
Court files are generally public, but files sealed by court order and documents containing specified personal information may be sealed and unavailable for public inspection.

Electronic Filing Rules

1

Court-level rules
Fax filings directly to the Court are not permitted.