Anne Arundel County Court Information

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

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$185.00
E-filing
Mandatory
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$185.00

At $185, the civil filing fee in Anne Arundel County is about the same as nearby counties (median $175 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Clerk of the Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County

Scott A. Poyer

8 Church Circle, Annapolis, MD 21401

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Civil Complaint
$185.00
$185.00 (new civil action filed with attorney; $165.00 self-represented)
Small Claims
$5,000
Small claims (under $5,000) heard in District Court of Maryland, not Circuit Court
Divorce / Family
$185.00
$185.00 (divorce/domestic case, with attorney; $165.00 self-represented)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Anne Arundel County, Maryland is $185.00 (new civil action filed with attorney; $165.00 self-represented)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Anne Arundel County?

    Small claims (under $5,000) heard in District Court of Maryland, not Circuit Court.

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Anne Arundel County?

    $185.00 (divorce/domestic case, with attorney; $165.00 self-represented)

  • Can I e-file court documents in Anne Arundel County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through Maryland Electronic Courts. It is mandatory for attorneys.

  • Is there a free online case search for Anne Arundel County?

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Anne Arundel County?

    Filings go to the Clerk of the Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County, located at 8 Church Circle, Annapolis, MD 21401. You can reach the clerk at (410) 222-1397.

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