Search Rockville Bankruptcy Records
Rockville bankruptcy records are filed at the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Greenbelt Division, which serves all of Montgomery County including the county seat at Rockville.
Rockville Overview
Which Bankruptcy Court Serves Rockville
Rockville is the county seat of Montgomery County. Bankruptcy cases for Rockville residents are filed at the Greenbelt Division of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Maryland. The Greenbelt courthouse is about 20 miles from Rockville. All federal bankruptcy filings for Montgomery County, including Rockville, go through this division.
The court is at 6500 Cherrywood Lane, Suite 300, Greenbelt, MD 20770. The phone number is (301) 344-8016. The intake window closes from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM each day, a policy in effect since December 22, 2025. As of December 10, 2025, the Greenbelt Division is cashless. You cannot pay fees in cash at the Greenbelt location. Pay through pay.gov online, mail a check or money order to the Baltimore Division at 101 W. Lombard Street, or bring cash to the Baltimore intake window instead.
| Court | U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Greenbelt Division |
|---|---|
| Address | 6500 Cherrywood Lane, Suite 300 Greenbelt, MD 20770 |
| Phone | (301) 344-8016 |
| Intake Hours | Open daily; closed 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM |
| Payment Note | Cashless since Dec 10, 2025. Use pay.gov, mail to Baltimore, or pay cash at Baltimore intake. |
| VCIS (Free) | 1-866-222-8029 (24/7 automated) |
| After-Hours Drop Box | First floor of the Greenbelt courthouse |
Rockville residents driving to Greenbelt have a straightforward trip down I-270 and then east toward Greenbelt. Allow time for midday closure if you plan to visit the intake window. For document drop-offs after hours, use the lobby drop box on the first floor of the courthouse building.
How to Search Rockville Bankruptcy Records
Bankruptcy records for Rockville cases are searchable three ways: PACER online, the VCIS phone line, or in person at the Greenbelt courthouse. All three pull from the same case database maintained by the federal court. The method you choose depends on what you need.
PACER is the primary tool for searching federal bankruptcy records. Sign up for a free account at pacer.uscourts.gov, then search the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Maryland. Look up cases by debtor name, case number, or the last four digits of a Social Security number. PACER charges $0.10 per page with a $3.00 per-document cap. If your total PACER charges for a quarter stay under $30.00, the court waives the fees. Most people who search a handful of cases each month will not reach that limit.
PACER shows the full docket for each case. From the docket, you can read the petition, download schedules, review trustee reports, and get discharge orders. Every document filed in a Rockville case at the Greenbelt Division is accessible through PACER once the case is opened in the system. This is the most complete way to research a specific case.
The VCIS automated phone line at 1-866-222-8029 is free to call any time of day or night. Follow the prompts and enter either a case number or a debtor name. The system reads back basic case information: case chapter, filing date, status, and whether a discharge was entered. VCIS does not let you see documents. It is fast and useful for quick status checks when you just need a yes or no answer on a case.
For in-person help, go to the Greenbelt courthouse. Court staff can look up cases and make copies during intake hours. Standard copies are $0.50 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00 plus $0.50 per page. The SmartScan archive retrieval service costs $11.00 to retrieve a file, $9.90 for the first 30 pages, and $0.65 per additional page up to a 100-page maximum.
The People's Law Library at peoples-law.org has a plain-language guide to where and how to file bankruptcy in Maryland and how to access case records.
What Rockville Bankruptcy Records Include
Bankruptcy records are public federal court documents. Any person can access them through PACER or at the courthouse. Records filed by Rockville residents at the Greenbelt Division cover every stage of the case from initial filing to close.
The petition starts the case. It names the debtor, states the chapter, and records the filing date. The schedules attached to the petition list all assets and all liabilities. A statement of financial affairs covers recent financial transactions, income for the past two years, and any prior bankruptcy filings. The creditor matrix lists every party owed money by the debtor. All of these documents become public record the moment they are filed.
Chapter 7 cases add a trustee's report. In most consumer Chapter 7 cases, the trustee files a no-asset report because the debtor owns nothing above the exemption limits. A discharge order ends the case and releases the debtor from personal liability on most debts. Chapter 13 cases include a proposed repayment plan, usually three to five years. Payment records show how the debtor performed on the plan. A Chapter 13 discharge is entered only after the debtor completes all plan payments.
Federal privacy rules partially shield some personal data. Social Security numbers appear as last four digits only. Full birth dates are reduced to the year. Bank account numbers are cut to four digits. The rest of the record, including debtor names, addresses, creditor names, and dollar amounts, is fully public and readable through PACER or at the courthouse.
Bankruptcy Filing Fees in Rockville
Rockville residents filing bankruptcy at the Greenbelt Division pay the standard federal filing fees. These are set by the U.S. Courts and are the same across all Maryland divisions. Remember that Greenbelt does not accept cash.
- Chapter 7 (liquidation): $338.00
- Chapter 13 (repayment plan): $313.00
- Chapter 11 (reorganization): $1,738.00
Pay online through pay.gov when you file electronically. If you mail paper filings to Baltimore, include a check or money order payable to "Clerk, U.S. Bankruptcy Court." If you prefer to pay in cash, you must go in person to the Baltimore intake window at 101 W. Lombard Street. Cash is not accepted at Greenbelt.
Chapter 7 filers with income below 150% of the federal poverty line may apply for a fee waiver on Form B 103B. The judge reviews and decides. Installment payment plans are available for Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filers who need to spread payments across up to four installments. Use Form B 103A to request installments at filing. Call (301) 344-8016 to confirm current fees before you submit your case.
State Courts in Rockville
As the Montgomery County seat, Rockville has both the District Court and the Circuit Court for the county. These are state courts that handle civil and criminal matters separate from federal bankruptcy proceedings. They come up alongside bankruptcy cases when creditors have filed suits in state court or when foreclosure actions are pending.
| Montgomery District Court (Rockville) | 191 E. Jefferson Street, Rockville, MD (301) 279-1500 |
|---|---|
| Montgomery Circuit Court | 50 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD (240) 777-9466 |
| Family Law Self-Help | Room 1500 South Tower, (240) 777-9145 |
The Montgomery County District Court in Rockville is at 191 E. Jefferson Street, phone (301) 279-1500. This court handles civil cases up to $30,000, landlord-tenant matters, and small claims. If a creditor filed suit before the bankruptcy and it is pending here, the automatic stay stops those proceedings when the federal case opens.
The Montgomery County Circuit Court is at 50 Maryland Ave in Rockville, phone (240) 777-9466. It handles larger civil matters, foreclosures, and family law for the county. The Circuit Court has a Family Law Self-Help office in Room 1500 of the South Tower at (240) 777-9145. Rockville is part of Maryland's 6th Judicial Circuit, which covers Montgomery and Frederick counties. State court records are searchable at casesearch.courts.state.md.us.
Legal Help in Rockville
Rockville residents have solid access to free and low-cost legal help for bankruptcy and debt matters. Several organizations serve Montgomery County from offices in the city.
Maryland Legal Aid has an office at 600 Jefferson Plaza Suite 430 in Rockville, phone (240) 314-0373. They provide free legal services to income-qualifying residents and can help with debt, foreclosure defense, and bankruptcy-related issues. The statewide line is (866) MD-LAW-4U and the website is mdlab.org. Their Rockville office is one of the more accessible locations for Montgomery County residents.
The Montgomery County Bar Association is at 27 W. Jefferson Street in Rockville, phone (301) 424-3454. They run a lawyer referral service that can connect you with a bankruptcy attorney in the area. The first consultation through the referral service is often available at a reduced rate. This is a good option if you need to talk to an attorney but are not sure you qualify for free legal aid.
Maryland Legal Aid's Rockville office at 600 Jefferson Plaza serves income-qualifying Montgomery County residents with free legal help on debt and bankruptcy matters.
The People's Law Library at peoples-law.org offers free online guides on the bankruptcy process in Maryland. The site explains how to file, what to bring to a 341 meeting of creditors, and how to search for case records after filing. It is a good first resource for any Rockville resident trying to understand bankruptcy before deciding whether to file or consult an attorney.
Related Records in Rockville and Montgomery County
Federal bankruptcy records at the Greenbelt Division are the primary source for case files. But related records exist at the state level and in property records that can add useful context.
Land records for Montgomery County are free through MDLandRec.net at mdlandrec.net. This state system covers deeds, mortgages, liens, and other property instruments. If a bankruptcy case involves real property in Rockville or elsewhere in Montgomery County, you can trace the ownership chain and check for recorded liens here. Foreclosure filings also appear in the Montgomery County Circuit Court record and are searchable through Maryland Case Search.
Maryland Case Search at casesearch.courts.state.md.us covers all Maryland state court records. It does not include federal bankruptcy filings. Use it to find civil judgments, landlord-tenant cases, and foreclosures in state court. Use PACER for federal bankruptcy records. Combining both systems gives you the most complete picture of a person's legal and financial history in Rockville and Montgomery County.
Maryland legal aid and court resources can help you locate related property and state court records connected to federal bankruptcy filings by Rockville residents.
Nearby Cities
These qualifying cities near Rockville are also in Montgomery County and use the Greenbelt Division for bankruptcy filings.
Montgomery County Bankruptcy Records
Rockville is the county seat of Montgomery County. All bankruptcy cases for the county are filed at the Greenbelt Division. For full county-level court details, fee schedules, and resources covering all of Montgomery County, visit the county page.