Calvert County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$165 to $185
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Available
Through MDEC
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$165 to $185

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $185, the civil filing fee in Calvert County is about the same as nearby counties (median $185 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Clerk of the Circuit Court for Calvert County
Kathy P. Smith
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Courthouses in Calvert County

CivilCriminalTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction

District Court of Maryland for Calvert County (Prince Frederick)

Address
200 Duke Street, Room 2200, Prince Frederick, 20678

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Calvert County, Maryland is $185.00 to file a new civil case with an attorney; $165.00 for a self-represented litigant (Circuit Court Fee Schedule under Cts. & Jud. Proc. Art. 7-202)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through MDEC.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Calvert County?

    Filings go to the Clerk of the Circuit Court for Calvert County, located at 175 Main Street, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. You can reach the clerk at (410) 535-1660.

Circuit Court for Calvert County, MD: (410) 535-1660, Hours & $185 Filing Fee | 1Court