Montgomery County Warrant Search

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Checking for Warrants in Montgomery County

Montgomery County Police Department - Warrants Section

One way to check for a warrant is to call the police. The Montgomery County Police Department has a Warrants Section. You can ask if you have a warrant for your arrest. It is a direct way to find out. They handle these questions often. Be ready to give your name. You may need to give other facts too.

Call this number: 240-773-5360. This line connects you to the Warrants Section. Call them during normal work hours for help. They can tell you if a warrant exists in their system under your name. This call is just for asking about warrants. It does not mean you will be arrested over the phone. It is a way to get clear facts. This helps you know your status. You can then plan your next steps.

Turning Yourself In on an Active Warrant

If you know you have a warrant, you can turn yourself in. This shows you want to deal with the issue. There are set places and times for this. Doing this can be better than being arrested in public or at home. It gives you some control over the timing and place. Know the rules before you go. Bring what you need.

Warrant Turn-In Facility

Montgomery County has a place just for turning in warrants. It is part of the Montgomery County Detention Center. This is a planned way to handle your warrant. Go there during their open hours. You do not need to make a call first. Just show up.

• Location: Montgomery County Detention Center, 1307 Seven Locks Road, Rockville, MD 20854

• Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 1 3:00 p.m.  

• Note: Closed on County holidays.

• Facility Phone: 240-773-6990 (Call for info, not for turning in via phone)

• Requirements: Bring a valid ID. No one under 18 years old is allowed in the facility. This is a strict rule. Plan for child care if you need it. Make sure your ID is current. This helps make the process smooth. The staff there will guide you. They process warrants each day.

Police District Stations

You can also turn yourself in at any Montgomery County police station. There are six district stations. This option is open all the time. It is good if you cannot go during the week day hours. Or if the main turn-in place is too far.

• Availability: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This includes nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Locations: You can find the addresses and phone numbers for the six district police stations on the official Montgomery County Police website. Look for the "Districts" or "Stations" section. Each station can handle warrant turn-ins. Choose the one that works best for you. This round-the-clock access makes it easy to deal with a warrant when you are ready. The process may vary slightly by station. But all can accept turn-ins.

Using Maryland Court Records for Warrant Information

Court records can sometimes show if a warrant was issued in a case. Maryland provides online access to court case information. This system is called the Maryland Judiciary Case Search. It lets the public look up cases from District and Circuit Courts. You can search by name or case number. It is a useful tool for research. But know its limits.

Maryland Judiciary Case Search

The Case Search website is a key resource. Find it here: https://www.mdcourts.gov/casesearch. This site gives summaries of court cases. It shows case status, dates, and charges. To search, you usually need a last name. The system defaults to exact name matches. Use a % symbol after the first few letters for a partial name search (e.g., Smith%). A first name is not required but helps narrow results. You can also search if you have the specific case number.

Keep in mind that Case Search is not a full background check service. For official background checks, contact the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. Also, Case Search does not show all information. By law, some case types are hidden from public view online. These include cases that were expunged, sealed, or shielded. Some old marijuana possession cases are also hidden. Cases involving juveniles charged as adults may be confidential until a court decision. So, if you do not find a case, it might still exist but be restricted from online view. For the full record, you must visit the court clerk's office where the case was filed. The online search is just a first step. It provides helpful clues but not the whole story. Updates and changes to the law can affect what is visible. Check the Case Search website for current notices and FAQs.

Understanding Court Records

Court records contain all the official papers and items linked to a court case. This includes filings, orders, exhibits, and other things the court keeps. The information found online in Maryland Case Search is part of these records, but often just a summary. Court records are generally open to the public. Anyone can usually view them in person at the courthouse clerk's office. You will likely need the case number. If you do not have it, the clerk might find the file using the names involved. You can ask for copies of documents. There is a fee for copies.

However, not all records are public. Exceptions include:

• Adoption records.

• Records sealed by a court order.

• Records shielded by law (like some dismissed charges).

• Records that have been expunged (destroyed or removed from public access).

• Some specific types of cases mentioned earlier (like certain old marijuana cases or pending juvenile transfer cases).

You can access some records online via Case Search or Maryland Electronic Courts (MDEC) if you are a party or lawyer involved. Land records have their own site (mdlandrec.net). Estate cases are found via the Register of Wills. The key point is that while much is public, you may need to go to the courthouse for full access or for records not online. Always check the source and date of information. Laws about record access can change.

Montgomery County Court Locations and Contact Information

Knowing where the courts are can help your search. Warrants often come from court actions. The main courts handling criminal matters are the Circuit Court and District Court. They have locations in Montgomery County. Their hours are typically standard business hours.

Circuit Court

The Montgomery County Circuit Court handles serious criminal cases. It also handles jury trials and appeals from District Court.

• Address: 50 Maryland Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850

• Phone: 240-777-9400 (General Line)

• TTY: Maryland Relay 711

• Toll-Free (in MD): 888-287-0593

• Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on legal holidays)

• Website: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/cct/

District Court (Rockville)

The District Court handles misdemeanors, traffic violations, and some felonies. It does not hold jury trials. There are two locations in Montgomery County.

• Address: 191 East Jefferson Street, Rockville, MD 20850

• Contact: Find phone numbers and details on the Maryland Courts Directory: https://www.mdcourts.gov/courtsdirectory/montgomery

• Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on legal holidays)

District Court (Silver Spring)

This is the second location for the District Court in the county.

• Address: 8552 Second Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910

• Contact: Find phone numbers and details on the Maryland Courts Directory: https://www.mdcourts.gov/courtsdirectory/montgomery

• Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on legal holidays)

Types of Warrants

A warrant is an order from a judge or magistrate. It gives police the power to take some action. There are different kinds of warrants. Knowing the type can help you understand the situation. The main types are arrest warrants, bench warrants, and search warrants. Each serves a specific purpose under the law. They are based on legal standards like probable cause.

Arrest Warrants

An arrest warrant is issued when a judge finds probable cause. This means there is enough reason to think a person committed a crime. The warrant orders police to arrest the person named. Police can then take the person into custody. These warrants usually stem from a police investigation or a grand jury indictment. They list the person's name and the alleged crime. An active arrest warrant means police are looking for the person. It stays active until the person is arrested or the warrant is recalled by the court. You can be arrested anywhere if you have an active warrant. This includes traffic stops or other police contact.

Bench Warrants

A bench warrant is issued by a judge "from the bench." This often happens when a person fails to follow a court order. The most common reason is failing to appear in court for a hearing or trial. It can also be issued for not paying fines or violating probation terms. Like an arrest warrant, it directs police to arrest the person and bring them before the court. Bench warrants are serious. They mean the court wants to address your non-compliance directly. Ignoring a court date can quickly lead to a bench warrant. This adds more trouble to the original case. These warrants also remain active until resolved.

Search Warrants

A search warrant allows police to search a specific place. This could be a home, car, or business. They must have probable cause to think evidence of a crime is there. The warrant must state the exact place to be searched. It must also list the items police are looking for. Police must follow the terms of the warrant closely. Data on search warrants served in Montgomery County is public. You can find some of this data on the county's open data portal. See the dataset here: https://data.montgomerycountymd.gov/Public-Safety/Police-Search-Warrants/qyj4-r2cd. This dataset includes details like locations and if SWAT was used. Search warrants relate to finding evidence, not arresting a person directly. But evidence found could lead to an arrest warrant later.

Contacting the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office

The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office also plays a role in the justice system. They handle tasks like court security, serving legal papers, and evictions. While the Police Department has the specific Warrants Section for inquiries (phone 240-773-5360), the Sheriff's Office is another key law enforcement agency in the county. Their main site lists various sections and services.

• Website: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/sheriff/

• General Information: You can explore their website for contact details for specific sections like Domestic Violence or Child Support enforcement, which may involve warrants. Their main role might be executing warrants issued by the courts, rather than being the first point of contact for checking if one exists for you personally. For direct "Do I have a warrant?" questions, the Police Warrants Section number is the best starting point provided.