Court Technology Services
Byron Monts, Information Technology Director
Circuit Court for Baltimore City
Cummings Courthouse, Room 202
111 N. Calvert Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
ADA Assistive Listening Devices
ADA (American Disability Act) assistive listening devices are available in courtrooms for deaf and hard-of-hearing people. Please ask the Court Clerk or another judicial officer if you need one of these devices.
Docket and Information Digital Displays
To view room assignments for individual cases, directions, and general information, there are Digital Displays in the Cummings and Mitchell courthouses. Hearing information, including case numbers and the names of individuals involved, are available, and wayfinding directions to quickly help the public navigate both courthouses. Displays with case information are in the lobby of each courthouse. Directions and information are on monitors on each floor. Hearing data is also available on the Court’s Website under the Daily Trials/Hearing tab.
CIRCUIT COURT FOR BALTIMORE CITY AVAILABLE TECHNOLOGY:
Users shall request equipment per the agreement at least two weeks before the rental date. All requests received with less than two weeks’ notice will be considered case-by-case. The user shall follow this link to the “Use of Court Electronic Equipment Agreement” Form and return it to the Information Technology Department, 111 N. Calvert Street, Suite 202, Baltimore, Maryland 21202. The ‘Use of Court Electronic Equipment Agreement’ outlines all available equipment options and pricing information. Checks for all payments shall be made payable to the “Director of Finance.”
Payment in full is required before the delivery of equipment.
For any questions, please get in touch with Information Technology at (410) 396-1760 or (410) 396-1761.
EQUIPMENT LOCATED IN THE CUMMINGS AND MITCHELL COURTHOUSES:
Mobile Evidence Presentation Unit (EPU)
The Circuit Court Evidence Presentation Unit (EPU), located in most courtrooms, provides a convenient and straightforward way to present audio and visual evidence in a courtroom setting without technical expertise. The system is built around an LG 55-inch 4K HD monitor and a Lenovo Micro PC. The unit will enable everyone in even the most extensive Courtroom to view and hear any digital evidence presented. The Evidence Presentation Unit (EPU) is a service the Circuit Court for Baltimore City provides at no charge to the user. The unit includes:
- LG 55-inch UK6090PUA 2160p 4K UHD RV with HDR Commercial Monitor
- Lenovo ThinkCentre 730q Micro B360 PC i5-8600T/Win10/16gb DDR4/500GB SATA3 HDD
- ELMO MX-1 Visual Presenter (Digital Document Camera)
- IOGEAR GWSSKIT Wireless Screen Sharing Miracast Receiver (Works with Android and Windows 10 or higher. Sorry, no iOS support at this time!)
- Lenovo USB Slim DVD/RW Multi-burner
- LG SK1 40 WRMS Pro Stereo Soundbar
- Micro B360 PC includes HDMI, Display Port, USB-C, and USB media ports
- Lenovo Wireless Keyboard and Mouse and Remote
- EPU sits on a TV Stand with wheels and two curved handles for ease of movement
Evidence Presentation Unit (EPU) Instructions
Mounted Evidence Presentation Unit (EPU)
The Circuit Court Mounted or Fixed Evidence Presentation Unit (EPU) is on a wall or a stand in each Jury Room. The unit provides the same convenient and straightforward way to present audio and visual evidence in a jury room without a technician. The system is built around an LG 43-inch 4K HD monitor and a Lenovo Micro PC. The unit will enable Jurors, no matter the location in the room, to view and hear any digital evidence presented. The Evidence Presentation Unit (EPU) is a service the Circuit Court for Baltimore City provides at no charge to the user. The unit includes:
- LG 43 inch UK6090PUA 2160p 4K UHD RV with HDR Commercial Monitor
- Lenovo ThinkCentre 730q Micro B360 PC i5-8600T/Win10/16gb DDR4/500GB SATA3 HDD
- Lenovo USB Slim DVD/RW Multi-burner
- Micro B360 PC includes HDMI, Display Port, USB-C, and USB media ports
- Lenovo Wireless Keyboard and Mouse and Remote
Evidence Presentation Unit (EPU) Instructions Slide Show
ViewSonic PX700HD 1080p Projector(s), 3500 Lumens, SuperColor, Vertical Lens Shift, Dual HDMI
• Bright Images in any Environment: 3500 lumens brightness for projection in both bright and dark environments
• Cinematic Colors: Exclusive SuperColor technology offers a wide color gamut for beautiful image production in nearly any environment
• Reduced 16MS Input Latency: Ideal for intense, action-packed gaming, this projector delivers smooth images without delay
• Easy Setup: 1.1x optical zoom and a vertical lens shift that offers up and down adjustments for flexible setup
• Long Lamp Life: SuperEco mode allows the lamp to shine bright for up to 20,000 hours, enabling an average of 5 hours of viewing time every day for over ten years
• Flexible Connectivity: Supports most media players, PCs, Macs, and mobile devices with input options such as Dual 3D ready HDMI, Powered USB A, and more
DA-100 Projection Screen
This projector screen features a lifting operation assisted by a pneumatic scissor mechanism in the back. The fine adjustment allows users to move the height of the projector screen with just one finger. This retractable front projection stand features a unique design that will enable it to be placed against the wall or in the middle of a room. The projector screen display features a metal cassette with a narrow footprint that helps minimize tripping hazards. The sleek finished look given by the black fabric below the display surface area gives the unit a professional look. This projector screen weighs 17 lbs., making it easy to transport to a show, meeting, or classroom. The stand has a 36 “h x 48 “w viewing area – 60″ diagonal size. When not in use, this projector screen packs up to a 56″ by 4.5” square package that is easy to handle. Its versatility makes it a good choice for situations with reasonable control over ambient light and where a wide viewing angle is necessary. It is also well-suited for high-resolution applications.
Apollo Black Multimedia/Projector Cart
Multimedia/Projector Cart- 24w x 18d x 35h- Features a steel- height-adjustable pullout (21-1/2w x 16d) laptop shelf for comfortable keying and three fixed shelves for projector and storage. They included cable-management shelf holes and UL Approved electrical assembly with surge protection to add to the portability.
Court Call teleconferencing
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NOTICE TO ALL COUNSEL – Telephonic Appearances
For appearances commencing in May 2010, we will join a growing number of Judges in Maryland and around the country in using CourtCall, to conduct telephonic appearances by counsel (“CourtCall Appearances”). In our courtrooms, CourtCall is the system used in the following circumstances in the Civil docket:
- Pretrial settlement conferences are held in Room 511 Mitchell. Parties or persons not counseled and excused from attendance by prior court order will be required to participate by CourtCall. CourtCall is not available for use by attorneys for pretrial settlement conferences.
- In cases where the presiding judge gave prior permission, attorneys can participate in scheduling conferences by CourtCall.
- Professional witnesses can participate in Fast Track cases if the presiding judge gives prior permission.
CourtCall will be used in Civil and Domestic dockets in the following circumstances: Attorneys within the Beltway can participate in Postponement Court by CourtCall.
Attorneys outside the Beltway may continue to use the current phone system for single callers only. All conference calls must be arranged privately by counsel so that only a single incoming call to the Court is placed, or the attorneys may all agree to use CourtCall. No conference calls through cell phones will be permitted.
When the Court permits a telephonic appearance using CourtCall, Counsel should contact CourtCall by serving and filing with CourtCall (not the Court), NOT LESS THAN THREE (3) COURT DAYS BEFORE THE HEARING DATE, a Request for Telephonic Appearance Form and paying a fee of $55.00 for each CourtCall Appearance. (There are no subscription fees) An exception to this rule is granted for calls to any Postponement Court. A request in these cases may be made up to four (4) hours before the time of Postponement Court.
A CourtCall Appearance is scheduled as part of a Court’s regular calendar, and all counsel who has filed their request form and paid the fee. They may appear by dialing the Courtroom dedicated toll-free teleconference number and access code (if any) provided by CourtCall, LLC on the confirmation faxed to your office. A pre-hearing check-in will occur five minutes before the scheduled hearing time. The CourtCall Appearance is voluntary and may be planned without the other party’s consent, and the Court continues to reserve the right to reject any request. In matters where only one party elects to make a CourtCall Appearance, the case will be heard on the Court’s speakerphone provided by CourtCall.
You may obtain additional information by calling the CourtCall Program Administrator at (310) 342-0888 or (888) 882-6878.
