Judicial Branch

Welcome to the Judicial System of
Prince George's County, Maryland
14735 Main Street
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

The Circuit Court for Prince George's County is part of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, which includes Calvert, Charles, Prince George's and St. Mary's Counties. The Circuit Court is the general jurisdiction trial Court that has full common law equity powers in all civil and criminal cases, along with additional powers and jurisdiction conferred by the Constitution. Its jurisdiction is very broad, as it may also decide appeals from the District Court and certain administrative agencies.

Judge Sheila R. Tillerson Adams is the Prince George's County and Seventh Judicial Circuit Administrative Judge. The Administrative Judge is responsible for the daily operations of the Circuit Court in Prince George's County and the 7th Judicial Circuit.

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