Allegany County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Allegany County, Maryland.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$165
E-filing
Yes for attorneys; s…
Case lookup
Free online

At $165, the civil filing fee in Allegany County is lower than most nearby counties (median $200 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Clerk of the Circuit Court for Allegany County

Dawne D. Lindsey

30 Washington Street, Cumberland, MD 21502

Self-Help & Jury

E-FilingYes for attorneys; s…

Maryland Electronic Courts (MDEC) / Tyler Odyssey File and Serve · Yes for attorneys; self-represented litigants may file on paper

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Civil Complaint
$165
$165 self-represented / $175 with attorney to open a Circuit Court civil action ($80 filing + $55 MLSC surcharge + $30 RPIF surcharge + $10 attorney appearance)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in Allegany County?

    The civil filing fee in Allegany County, Maryland is $165 self-represented / $175 with attorney to open a Circuit Court civil action ($80 filing + $55 MLSC surcharge + $30 RPIF surcharge + $10 attorney appearance)

  • Can I e-file court documents in Allegany County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through Maryland Electronic Courts.

  • Is there a free online case search for Allegany County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at casesearch.courts.state.md.us.

  • Where do I file court documents in Allegany County?

    Filings go to the Clerk of the Circuit Court for Allegany County, located at 30 Washington Street, Cumberland, MD 21502. You can reach the clerk at (301) 777-5923.

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