Maryland Divorce Forms — Complete Guide (2026)
Maryland updated its divorce forms after the October 2023 legislative reform. Use only forms dated 2023 or later — prior forms reference fault grounds and 12-month separation that no longer exist.
Where to Get Maryland Divorce Forms
Primary source: mdcourts.gov/legalhelp/familylawforms
The Maryland Courts website organizes forms by case type. Select "Divorce and Annulment" for the current absolute divorce forms.
Core Filing Forms
| Form | Number | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Complaint for Absolute Divorce | CC-DR-020 (check for current) | Initiating document — states ground, residency, requested relief |
| Domestic Case Information Report | CC-DCM-001 | Required in all domestic cases — tracks case type and issues |
| Summons | DC/CV 003 | Notifies Defendant |
| Acceptance of Service | CC-DR-056 | Defendant signs voluntarily; avoids formal service |
| Domestic Violence Screening Form | CC-DR-032 | Required in all domestic cases |
Settlement Agreement
The Settlement Agreement is a contract — Maryland courts provide a basic template but parties typically draft their own. Required for the mutual consent path. Strongly recommended even for the 6-month separation path.
Must address:
- All marital real property (identification, agreed value, who keeps or sale, equity split, refinancing)
- All marital financial accounts (bank, investment, retirement)
- All marital debts (assign; indemnification)
- Separate property (confirm stays with original owner; prevent future claims)
- Alimony (type, amount, duration, termination events — or written waiver)
- Children (legal custody, physical custody, parenting schedule, child support)
Financial Disclosure
Maryland does not have a single mandatory statewide financial statement form in all cases (unlike Massachusetts). However, a Financial Statement is required when:
- Alimony is at issue
- Child support is at issue and parties disagree on income
Form CC-DR-030 (Financial Statement) is available at mdcourts.gov.
Child Support Forms
| Form | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Child Support Worksheet | Calculates Maryland Guideline child support; required if children involved |
| Parenting Plan (CC-DR-109 or local form) | Required when children are involved; addresses custody, schedule, decision-making |
Maryland Child Support Guidelines: The guidelines use an income shares model — both parents' incomes are combined to determine the total support obligation, which is then split proportionally.
Key inputs:
- Both parents' monthly adjusted actual income
- Number of children
- Work-related childcare costs
- Health insurance premium for children
- Any extraordinary medical expenses
Calculator: mdcourts.gov/family/supportguidelines
Post-Judgment: Deed Recording in Maryland
Maryland counties use land records at the Circuit Court clerk's office for recording real estate transfers.
After judgment and refinancing:
- Prepare a Special Warranty Deed or Deed of Conveyance (Maryland standard for divorce transfers)
- Leaving spouse signs and notarizes
- Record at the land records office of the Circuit Court in the county where the property is located
- Pay recording fees ($40–$100)
- Maryland also charges a State Transfer Tax (0.5%) and County Transfer Tax — however, transfers between spouses pursuant to a divorce judgment are typically exempt from transfer taxes. Confirm with the land records clerk.
Updated Forms After 2023
All forms referencing:
- "12-month voluntary separation"
- "Adultery," "desertion," "cruelty," or other fault grounds
- "Constructive desertion"
...have been superseded. If you have forms from before October 2023, discard them and download fresh copies from mdcourts.gov.
Last reviewed: March 2026 | Use post-2023 forms only | mdcourts.gov/legalhelp/familylawforms | Transfer tax exemption may apply for divorce deeds
Written by the SoLongSoulmate.com Editorial Team
Researched using official state court websites, state statutes, and legal aid resources. All filing fees and procedures verified March 2026. This is general legal information — not legal advice.
Last reviewed: March 2026 · Verify current fees and forms with your local court before filing.