District Court of Maryland for Baltimore County - Catonsville
Filing information for District Court of Maryland for Baltimore County - Catonsville in Catonsville, MD. Part of the Baltimore County small claims court system.
Small claims in Maryland — the numbers that apply at this court
$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.
Courthouse Details
District Court of Maryland for Baltimore County - Catonsville
1 Rolling Cross Road
Catonsville, MD 21228
Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday
Area Served
Southwestern, western, and northwestern parts of Baltimore County
How to File at District Court of Maryland for Baltimore County - Catonsville
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: All attorneys are required to file electronically through the Maryland Electronic Courts (MDEC) system. Self-represented litigants may also use the e-filing system.
File in person
Bring your completed forms to the courthouse during business hours.
File by mail
Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this court first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.
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 guideWrong court? Baltimore County has 3 courts.
See all 3 courts in Baltimore County →Small 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 at District Court of Maryland for Baltimore County - Catonsville?
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 County?
Small claims cases in Baltimore County 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 at District Court of Maryland for Baltimore County - Catonsville?
Electronic filing exists here, but the record indicates it isn't open to people representing themselves — it's for attorneys. Plan to file in person or by mail, and ask the clerk whether that's still the case.
Where is District Court of Maryland for Baltimore County - Catonsville, and when is it open?
District Court of Maryland for Baltimore County - Catonsville is at 1 Rolling Cross Road, Catonsville, MD 21228. Posted hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday. Phone: 410-512-2500. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Catonsville?
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.