Maryland Family Court Forms and Filing Resources
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Maryland publishes its own official family law forms, filing instructions, and self-help materials, but they are spread across several government sites. This page organizes the official Maryland sources in one place so you can go straight to the right court page for forms, e-filing, rules, and locations.
Maryland's core family statutes live in the Maryland Code Family Law. You need an email address and a credit or debit card to register. The courts also run an e-filing help line at 410-260-1114.
How the Maryland court system handles family cases
Family cases in Maryland are heard in the Circuit Court. Contested divorce and custody are heard in the Circuit Court (the District Court does not handle divorce).
Maryland has one Circuit Court per county (and Baltimore City) - 24 in all.
Appeals from a family case generally go first to the Appellate Court of Maryland, and the state's highest court is the Supreme Court of Maryland. Renamed in 2022 from the 'Court of Special Appeals'.
Besides the judge, a Family Magistrate may handle parts of a family case. Family Magistrates hear support, custody, and other matters and recommend orders to the judge.
Maryland renamed its top courts in 2022: the old 'Court of Appeals' is now the Supreme Court of Maryland.
Official Maryland resources
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Maryland state courts website (Maryland judicial branch): The official home of the Maryland court system, with statewide news, rules, and links to every court. https://www.mdcourts.gov
Maryland family law forms (Maryland judicial branch): The official statewide collection of family law forms published for Maryland cases. Start here when you need the current version of a form. https://www.mdcourts.gov/family/forms
Maryland self-help resources (Maryland courts self-help): Official self-help information for people handling their own Maryland family case, including instructions and plain-language guides. https://www.mdcourts.gov/selfhelp
Maryland Electronic Courts (MDEC) File & Serve (Tyler Technologies): MDEC e-filing works in every Maryland county. If you do not have a lawyer you can choose to e-file or keep filing on paper, whichever is easier for you. https://efilemd.tylertech.cloud/OfsEfsp/ui/
Maryland courts directory (find your courthouse) (Maryland judicial branch): Find the courthouse or clerk that serves your county, with locations and contact details. https://www.mdcourts.gov/courtsdirectory
Maryland rules of procedure (Maryland judicial branch): The court rules that control deadlines, service, and how family cases move in Maryland. https://www.mdcourts.gov/rules
Maryland mediation and dispute resolution (Maryland judicial branch): Official information on mediation and alternative dispute resolution options for Maryland family cases. https://www.mdcourts.gov/macro
Maryland financial affidavit and disclosure forms (mdcourts.gov): The official source for the financial disclosure paperwork most Maryland family cases ask for. https://www.mdcourts.gov/family/formsindex
Maryland child support guideline resources (mdcourts.gov): Official Maryland child support guideline materials, worksheets, or calculators. https://www.mdcourts.gov/family/childsupport
Maryland Judiciary Case Search (Maryland courts): Look up existing case records. Access is listed as free and the system is organized statewide. https://casesearch.courts.state.md.us/casesearch
Frequently used official Maryland forms
These links open official Maryland government form documents directly. Courts revise forms, so if a direct link stops working, use the statewide forms collection above to find the current version.
Complaint for Absolute Divorce (CC-DR-020), form CC-DR-020 (Divorce / Dissolution), official document: https://www.mdcourts.gov/sites/default/files/court-forms/ccdr020.pdf
Financial Statement (Child Support Guidelines) (CC-DR-030), form CC-DR-030 (Child Support), official document: https://www.mdcourts.gov/sites/default/files/court-forms/family/forms/ccdr030.pdf/ccdr030.pdf
Financial Statement (General) (CC-DR-031), form CC-DR-031 (Financial Disclosure), official document: https://www.mdcourts.gov/sites/default/files/court-forms/ccdr031.pdf
Answer to Complaint / Petition / Motion (CC-DR-050), form CC-DR-050 (Divorce / Dissolution), official document: https://www.mdcourts.gov/sites/default/files/court-forms/ccdr050.pdf
Counter-Claim for Absolute Divorce (CC-DR-094), form CC-DR-094 (Divorce / Dissolution), official document: https://www.mdcourts.gov/sites/default/files/court-forms/ccdr094.pdf
Complaint for Custody (CC-DR-004), form CC-DR-004 (Child Custody / Parenting), official document: https://www.mdcourts.gov/sites/default/files/court-forms/ccdr004.pdf
Maryland Parenting Plan Tool (CC-DR-109), form CC-DR-109 (Child Custody / Parenting), official document: https://www.mdcourts.gov/sites/default/files/court-forms/ccdr109.pdf
Complaint for Child Support (CC-DR-001), form CC-DR-001 (Child Support), official document: https://www.mdcourts.gov/sites/default/files/court-forms/ccdr001.pdf
Petition to Modify Custody / Visitation (CC-DR-007), form CC-DR-007 (Modification), official document: https://www.mdcourts.gov/sites/default/files/court-forms/ccdr007.pdf
Petition for Contempt (CC-DR-112), form CC-DR-112 (Contempt / Enforcement), official document: https://www.mdcourts.gov/sites/default/files/court-forms/ccdr112.pdf
Petition for Protection from Domestic Violence (CC-DC-DV-001), form CC-DC-DV-001 (Domestic Violence), official document: https://www.mdcourts.gov/sites/default/files/court-forms/courtforms/joint/ccdcdv001.pdf/ccdcdv001.pdf
Request for Waiver of Prepaid Costs (CC-DC-089), form CC-DC-089 (Fee Waiver), official document: https://www.mdcourts.gov/sites/default/files/court-forms/courtforms/joint/ccdc089.pdf/ccdc089.pdf
Marital Settlement Agreement (CC-DR-116), form CC-DR-116 (Settlement Agreements), official document: https://www.mdcourts.gov/sites/default/files/court-forms/ccdr116.pdf
Petition for Change of Name of an Adult (CC-DR-060), form CC-DR-060 (Name Change), official document: https://www.mdcourts.gov/sites/default/files/court-forms/ccdr060.pdf
Filing fees: Divorce filing fee: ~$165.
E-filing link data for Maryland was last verified June 2026. Report anything outdated through our contact page and we will re-check the official source.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I find official Maryland family court forms?
The official statewide source is the Maryland judicial branch forms collection linked on this page. Always download forms from the official site so you have the current version, and check whether your county adds local forms or cover sheets.
Can I e-file my own family case in Maryland?
MDEC e-filing works in every Maryland county. If you do not have a lawyer you can choose to e-file or keep filing on paper, whichever is easier for you. You need an email address and a credit or debit card to register. The courts also run an e-filing help line at 410-260-1114.
How much does it cost to file a family case in Maryland?
Divorce filing fee: ~$165. If you cannot afford the fee, ask the clerk about a fee waiver or indigency application; every state has a process for requesting one.
Which court hears family cases in Maryland?
Family cases in Maryland are heard in the Circuit Court. Contested divorce and custody are heard in the Circuit Court (the District Court does not handle divorce).