Montgomery County Circuit Court Filing Rules

Official filing rules, court-wide sources, and procedure resources for Montgomery County Circuit Court

Official local rules (court website)

For Montgomery County Circuit Court filings, start with the official local rules and court-level instructions. Then confirm any division, department, clerk, or assigned-officer procedure that applies to the case.

Electronic Filing Rules

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Court-level rules
Self-represented litigants who are registered users must file all submissions electronically in MDEC actions.

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Filing Fees and Waivers

6

Court-level rules
If a case is reopened, outstanding court costs will be invoiced.

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Service and Proof of Service Rules

4

Court-level rules
An officer serving a warrant or process must take due care not to interrupt court operations and to preserve public safety.

Document Filing Requirements

2

Court-level rules
An attorney applying for a security pass must sign the specified certification.

Filing Timing and Cure Windows

1

Court-level rules
A party has 18 days after a motion is filed to respond, unless the Court orders otherwise.