Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for Frederick County, Maryland:
- Where to file for child custody in Frederick County
- How to find or contact the Frederick County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find Frederick County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in Frederick County, Maryland
In Frederick County, child custody is handled by the Frederick County Circuit Court
NAME OF COURT
Frederick County Circuit Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
Right Click to Copy Address...
COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
Frederick County Courthouse
100 W. Patrick Street
Frederick, MD 21701There is a Self-Help Law Center on the lower level of the courthouse. See the court's Family Services Program page for hours and more information.
COURTHOUSE HOURS
Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. except court holidays
COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
No Childcare Available
Frederick County Child Custody Forms & Fees
Maryland Child Custody Forms Used in Frederick County
https://www.courts.state.md.us
Frederick County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
If you can't afford Frederick County court filing fees, see the Maryland Courts' fee waiver information.
Get Help With Maryland Child Custody
Before you file legal papers, take some time to familiarize yourself with the resouces offered by your local court. Most courts now offer at least some materials and forms to help you understand and manage your child custody case. Even if you plan to work with a lawyer, it's smart to do some research before you turn things over. When you're ready to find a lawyer, the resources below can help you locate a child custody attorney near you.
Frederick County Family Court Self-Help Materials
Maryland Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
Frederick County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
Frederick County Child Custody Lawyers
Related Articles for Frederick County Maryland
- How to Get Custody of a Child
- How Courts Make Child Custody Decisions
- How to Find a Child Custody Lawyer
- How to Get Parenting Plan Help
- How to Enforce a Child Custody Order
- How to Claim a Child on Your Taxes