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Judge Karla N. Smith named administrative judge for the Circuit Court for Montgomery County

Supreme Court of Maryland Chief Justice Matthew J. Fader named Judge Karla N. Smith as administrative judge for the Circuit Court for Montgomery County effective March 14, 2026. Read more.

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Retired Baltimore Ravens Wide Receiver Jermaine Lewis celebrates District Court Re-Entry Project graduates

Baltimore City District Court celebrated 22 graduates with retired Baltimore Raven Jermaine Lewis on November 20. Read more.

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Call or chat with a lawyer who can help you represent yourself in your civil case. 8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday - Friday. Read more.

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