The Maryland Judiciary will launch its new Maryland Judiciary Case Search & Record Portal on March 14, 2026, consolidating and modernizing public and authorized access to court records statewide. Announced March 3, 2026, from Annapolis, the update integrates the longstanding Maryland Case Search with the Maryland Judiciary Record Search into a single redesigned platform. This change advances the judiciary’s goal of leveraging technology effectively and responsibly while preserving existing access levels for all users.
The portal maintains the current public access provided by Maryland Case Search, delivering information on public case records from District and Circuit Courts across Maryland, including Southern Maryland jurisdictions such as Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties. Members of the public can continue searching for case details like parties involved, case numbers, dates, charges, and dispositions without registration for basic queries. Attorneys and authorized case parties retain the enhanced access currently available through the Maryland Judiciary Record Search, including detailed case information and viewable documents, governed by Maryland Rule 20-109.
The redesign follows an earlier site update in January 2026 and addresses user experience improvements in a unified interface. A training video for the new portal is available for attorneys via the e-filing section of the judiciary website, highlighting navigation and features ahead of the launch. For questions on usage, access, or related processes, the judiciary directs users to an online frequently asked questions sheet and existing Case Search FAQs, which cover topics like data availability, privacy protections under Maryland Rules on Access to Court Records (Rules 16-901 through 16-912), and limitations on certain criminal case details.
This statewide technological enhancement benefits residents, legal professionals, and researchers in Southern Maryland by streamlining searches for local court matters, from traffic violations and civil disputes to family and criminal cases handled in regional courthouses. The judiciary emphasizes that the core data and access rights remain unchanged, ensuring continuity while introducing a more integrated tool. Users should monitor the official site for any transition notices as the March 14 date approaches.
