Find Prince George's County Court Records
Prince George's County court docket records are available through the Maryland Judiciary Case Search system and in person at the Circuit and District Courts in Upper Marlboro and Hyattsville. This page covers the courts, their contacts, how to search records online, and how to get copies of case documents in this large suburban county adjacent to Washington D.C.
Prince George's County Court Docket Overview
Prince George's County Circuit Court
The Circuit Court for Prince George's County is located at 14735 Main Street, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772, Room D-1015. This court handles felony criminal cases, civil disputes above $30,000, family law proceedings including divorce and custody, juvenile matters, and appeals from the District Court. It is one of the busiest Circuit Courts in Maryland, reflecting the size of the county and its dense population near the D.C. border.
The Circuit Court Clerk is Mahasin S. El Amin, Esq., who was elected in 2018. The main phone number for the clerk's office is 301-952-3318, with a toll-free line at 800-937-1335 and a TTY line at 301-952-3925. Fax is 301-952-3768. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
One important note for anyone contacting the court: as of October 5, 2020, the clerk's office requires a case number for efficient service. Staff cannot easily search by name alone across the full docket. If you do not have a case number, use the online Case Search system first to find it, then call with that number ready. It saves time on both sides.
The Prince George's County courts website has a dedicated page for the Circuit Court Clerk with full contact information and division details.
| Address | 14735 Main Street, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772, Room D-1015 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 301-952-3318 | Toll-free: 800-937-1335 |
| TTY | 301-952-3925 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Judicial Circuit | 7th Judicial Circuit (Calvert, Charles, Prince George's, St. Mary's) |
Clerk's Office Divisions and Contacts
The Prince George's County Circuit Court Clerk's office has several divisions, each with its own direct contact. Knowing which division handles your matter is the most efficient way to get help. Here is a breakdown of the key contacts within the clerk's office.
The Chief Deputy Clerk is Bonita M. Rabalais at 301-952-3319. Assistant Chief Deputy Roxanne L. Young handles matters at 301-952-3429, and Gerry Mobley serves as a second Assistant Chief Deputy at 301-952-4052. These are senior clerk office contacts for escalated questions or complex requests.
For civil matters, contact James E. Watson, Civil Division Manager, at 301-952-5000. Civil appeals reach a separate line at 301-952-4053. Foreclosure matters go to 301-952-3399. For criminal cases, Karen R. Harrison is the Criminal Division Manager at 301-952-3344. Land records are managed by Lorraine C. Nicely at 301-780-2253, and that office is at a separate address: 14701 Gov. Oden Bowie Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772. Marriage and business licenses also process from the Oden Bowie Drive address at 301-952-3331. Child support matters go to 14735 Main Street, Room D0008, phone 301-952-4426.
The official clerk contact page through the Prince George's County courts site is the best reference for all division contacts.
The Prince George's County courts clerk page lists the Circuit Court Clerk's contact information, division details, and service hours for the Upper Marlboro courthouse.Using Case Search for Prince George's County
Maryland Judiciary Case Search is the main tool for finding Prince George's County court records online. It is free and requires no account. Go to casesearch.courts.state.md.us and select Prince George's County from the court list. Search by party name, case number, attorney name, or citation number. Results cover both Circuit and District Court cases filed in the county.
The system uses a CAPTCHA to verify users before search results appear. This is standard for the Maryland statewide system. Once past the CAPTCHA, search options are straightforward. Name searches use exact matching by default -- add a percent sign (%) for wildcard partial searches when spelling is uncertain. Prince George's County has a large and diverse population, and name variations across records are common. Pair a last name with a date range or first initial to narrow results for common surnames.
The system caps results at 500 per query. For very common names, this limit can cut off older records. Narrowing by date or case type helps. The database updates overnight, so same-day filings don't appear until the next morning. The online tool shows docket entries and case status. It does not display scanned document images. For actual filings, you need to visit the courthouse in Upper Marlboro or Hyattsville, or send a written request by mail.
Under a 2024 policy change, certain dismissed, nolle prosequi, and acquitted criminal cases are no longer visible in the online database. Those records still exist and are accessible in person at the courthouse. The Maryland Courts FAQ page covers details about what the Case Search system shows and what it doesn't.
The Maryland Judiciary Case Search FAQ page explains how the CAPTCHA works, what the system covers, and what types of cases are and are not shown in the public online database.
Review this FAQ before using Case Search to understand what the system covers and how to navigate the CAPTCHA verification step.
Electronic Filing in Prince George's County
Maryland Electronic Courts (MDEC) is the statewide e-filing system for Maryland courts, including Prince George's County. Attorneys and self-represented parties can file documents electronically through MDEC for civil, family, and criminal cases. Electronic filing is increasingly the default method for many case types in the Circuit Court.
For members of the public who want to view documents electronically, MDEC public access requires a notarized access request form. Once approved, you can view case documents remotely without visiting the courthouse. Public access terminals at the Upper Marlboro courthouse also allow in-person electronic viewing without a remote account. Both options provide access to scanned document images that don't appear in the basic Case Search system.
The Maryland Electronic Courts public e-filing page explains how MDEC works, how to request public access, and what case types are available through the electronic system.
Use this page to understand MDEC access options and to find the forms needed to set up remote document viewing for Prince George's County cases.
Prince George's County District Courts
Prince George's County has two District Court locations. The Upper Marlboro District Court is at 14735 Main Street, Suite 173B, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772. Phone: 301-298-4000. Clerk of District Court in Upper Marlboro is Robert Prender, reachable at 301-298-4082. This location is accessible by TheBus routes 20 and 21. Parking is available at the Equestrian Center with a shuttle to the courthouse.
The Hyattsville District Court is located at 4990 Rhode Island Avenue, Hyattsville, MD 20781. Phone: 301-298-4200. The Hyattsville location serves communities in the northern and eastern parts of Prince George's County, reducing travel time compared to the Upper Marlboro courthouse for residents in those areas.
Both District Court locations handle misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic violations, civil claims under $30,000, small claims up to $5,000, landlord-tenant disputes, and peace orders. All District Court cases for Prince George's County are searchable through the Maryland Judiciary Case Search system. To confirm which location handled a specific case, use the court type filter in the online search results. For the District Court directory for both locations, see courts.state.md.us/district/directories/princegeorges and the Hyattsville directory page.
What the Prince George's County Docket Covers
The Circuit Court docket for Prince George's County spans felony criminal cases, large civil disputes, family law proceedings (divorce, custody, support, protective orders), juvenile delinquency and CINA matters, guardianship, and District Court appeals. Family law and criminal matters make up a large share of the overall docket volume in this county. Civil cases include a mix of personal injury, contract disputes, and real estate litigation reflecting the active property market in the D.C. suburbs.
Circuit Court case numbers use standard prefixes: "K" for criminal, "C" for civil, "F" for family law. District Court case numbers follow a different format. When you have a partial case number, the prefix tells you which court and case type you're dealing with. This is useful if you received a notice or citation and need to look up the related case.
Expungement forms for Prince George's County include CC-DC-CR-072A through 072D, CC-DC-CR-078, and CC-DC-089. These cover the standard expungement process for eligible case types. The clerk's office can confirm which form applies to a specific case type and whether a case is eligible for expungement under current law.
Probate and estate records in Prince George's County are held by the Register of Wills, which is a separate office from the Circuit Court Clerk. Contact the Register of Wills for records related to wills, estate administration, or adult guardianship. Those records are not part of the main court docket and require a separate inquiry.
Land Records in Prince George's County
Land records for Prince George's County from 1972 onward are available through MDLandRec.net with free registration. The land records office within the Circuit Court Clerk's operation is at 14701 Gov. Oden Bowie Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772, handled by Land Records Manager Lorraine C. Nicely at 301-780-2253.
Land recording fees in Prince George's County follow a set schedule: $20 for documents of nine pages or fewer, $75 for documents of ten or more pages, and a $40 surcharge applies. These fees are specific to Prince George's County and differ from what some other Maryland counties charge for the same type of filing. If you are recording a deed or other land instrument, confirm the current fee schedule before submitting.
Getting Copies of Prince George's County Court Records
Copies are available at the Circuit Court Clerk's office at 14735 Main Street, Upper Marlboro. Standard rates: plain copies $0.50 per page, certified copies $5.00 plus $0.50 per page, and exemplified copies $10.00 plus $0.50 per page. Accepted payment methods include cash, check, money order, and credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover). American Express is not accepted. Google Pay and Apple Pay are also not accepted.
Mail requests go to the Circuit Court Clerk, 14735 Main Street, Room D-1015, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772. Include the case number (required for efficient processing), the specific documents you need, your mailing address, and payment. Because the clerk's office requires a case number to process requests efficiently, run an online search first to locate the case number before sending a mail request.
Civil ceremonies are available at the Circuit Court Clerk's office. Appointments are available Tuesday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Ceremonies are limited to nine persons total. Call the clerk's office to schedule. Civil fees for Prince George's County are detailed at princegeorgescourts.org/195/Civil-Fees.
Legal Help in Prince George's County
The People's Law Library at peoples-law.org provides free legal guidance, forms, and plain-language explanations of Maryland court processes. It covers family law, housing, small claims, expungement, and civil procedure. This resource is especially useful for self-represented parties trying to understand the docket or plan a court filing.
Maryland Legal Aid serves qualifying Prince George's County residents with free civil legal help. Services cover family law, housing, and civil matters. Apply at mdlab.org. Free court forms for all Maryland courts including Prince George's County are at mdcourts.gov/courtforms. Many are available as fillable PDFs. The PG County courts directory at courts.state.md.us/courtsdirectory/princegeorges lists all court contacts in one place.
Cities in Prince George's County
Prince George's County has one qualifying city with a dedicated page on this site. Circuit Court filings for all Prince George's County communities are handled at the Main Street courthouse in Upper Marlboro.
Other communities in Prince George's County include College Park, Laurel, Hyattsville, Greenbelt, Oxon Hill, Landover, Largo, Clinton, Seat Pleasant, and Bladensburg. These communities do not have individual pages on this site but all file cases at the same Prince George's County court system in Upper Marlboro.
Nearby Counties
Prince George's County borders Anne Arundel County to the southwest, Calvert County to the south, Charles County to the south, Howard County to the northwest, and Montgomery County to the north within Maryland. It also borders Washington D.C. to the west. Use the links below to find court records in neighboring Maryland counties.