The Circuit Court
Overview
The Circuit Court for Baltimore County is the trial court of general jurisdiction. The court has full common law and equity powers in all civil, juvenile and criminal cases, along with additional powers and jurisdiction conferred by the Constitution and Maryland State law. It is the only court in the county having the authority to conduct jury trials. The court hears major civil cases, serious criminal matters including death penalty cases, juvenile and family law cases.
The court is physically located in the County Courts Building, 401 Bosley Avenue in Towson, Maryland. This is sometimes referred to as the "New Courthouse". It is staffed by 18 full-time judges who are experienced attorneys, appointed by the Governor and who serve for a term of 15 years after a competitive election.
The court is assisted by six full-time and one part-time masters. Masters hear juvenile and family law matters, such as, establishment of temporary child or spousal support and hearing contempt cases involving nonpayment of child support.
Four retired judges (Settlement Court) are also utilized on a part-time basis to help the court resolve other matters on a pre-trial basis pertaining to contested divorces, personal injuries, malpractice, workers compensation claims, automobile torts and a variety of other actions. Totally, the court employs 90 employees to provide a wide range of duties and services both to the court and the citizens of Baltimore County.
Daily Docket
The online Daily Docket includes all scheduled events for Civil, Criminal and Domestic cases. It is updated between 3 and 4 p.m. each day for the next day's docket.
View the daily docket.
Transcript Request
Complete the online form to request a CD or typed transcript of a court case.
Cell Phone Policy
Cell phones are permitted in the Courthouse, provided that the device clears security. Possession and use of cell phones and other electronic devices may be limited or prohibited in designated areas of the Court facility.
Revised January 18, 2012
