Wicomico County Court Information

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

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$185
E-filing
Yes - mandatory for…
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$165

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

Clerk of Court

Clerk of the Circuit Court for Wicomico County

James B. McAllister

Self-Help & Jury

E-FilingYes - mandatory for…

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Civil Complaint
$185
$185 with attorney / $165 self-represented to open a new civil action (MD Circuit Court Fee Schedule, eff. 2021)
Small Claims
Small claims handled by MD District Court, not Circuit Court; District Court civil fees apply
Divorce / Family
$165
$165 self-represented / $185 with attorney (divorce/domestic case filed as civil action)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Wicomico County, Maryland is $185 with attorney / $165 self-represented to open a new civil action (MD Circuit Court Fee Schedule, eff. 2021)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Wicomico County?

    Small claims handled by MD District Court, not Circuit Court; District Court civil fees apply.

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

    $165 self-represented / $185 with attorney (divorce/domestic case filed as civil action)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Tyler Technologies Odyssey File & Serve. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Wicomico County?

    Filings go to the Clerk of the Circuit Court for Wicomico County. You can reach the clerk at (410) 543-6551.

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