Baltimore city Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Baltimore city, MD. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the area.
Small claims in Maryland — the numbers for Baltimore city courts
$5,000
maximum claim
$34
filing fee (published)
3 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Maryland small claims guide · The form that starts a case (DC-CV-001): every field explained.
Main Courthouse
District Court of Maryland for Baltimore City - Civil Division
500 North Calvert Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Other Courthouse Locations
District Court of Maryland for Baltimore City - Eastside District Court (North Avenue)
1400 E. North Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21213
District Court of Maryland for Baltimore City - Patapsco District Court (John R. Hargrove, Sr. District Court Building)
700 E. Patapsco Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21225
District Court of Maryland for Baltimore City - Wabash District Court (Edward F. Borgerding District Court Building)
5800 Wabash Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
How to File in Baltimore city
E-filing available
This county accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
File in person
Bring your completed forms to the courthouse clerk during business hours. Pay the filing fee by cash, check, or credit card.
File by mail
Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this courthouse first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee (check or money order) plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.
Important for Baltimore city: Data needs verification — added 2026-04-30 to fill source gap.
Ready to get your money back?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideSmall claims rules in Maryland
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $5,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
3 yrs written contract · 3 yrs oral contract · 3 yrs property damage · 3 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case in Baltimore city?
Filing fees in Maryland are set by the state and are $34. If you can't afford the fee, Maryland offers a fee waiver — ask the clerk how to apply. Fees change, so confirm the current amount with the court clerk before you file.
What's the most I can sue for in Baltimore city?
Small claims cases in Baltimore city are limited to $5,000. If your claim is worth more than that, you either have to bring it in a different court or give up the amount above the limit to stay in small claims. The clerk can confirm which court fits your claim.
Can I file online in Baltimore city?
Yes — electronic filing is available for small claims in Baltimore city. You can also file in person or by mail. The clerk's office can tell you which option is fastest for your case.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Baltimore city?
Small claims court is built for people representing themselves, and most filers do exactly that. Whether an attorney may appear varies by state — the state guide linked on this page covers the rule where you are, and the clerk can confirm it.
Answers reflect published court data. Court rules and fees change — the clerk is always the authoritative source.