If you are involved in a court case, you are generally not allowed to privately contact the judge about the case. "Ex parte" means one-sided. Talking privately with the judge about your case, without giving notice to the other party, is called "ex parte communication" and is generally not allowed. This ensures that the court’s process remains fair to all who are involved. There are rare exceptions -- for example, in emergencies or to protect a party from physical harm.  

Read the Law: Md. Rule 1-351

Using a Motion to Ask the Court to Take Action - The process of "filing a motion" is a way for a plaintiff or a defendant to ask the judge to take a specific action in the case. A motion is a request to the court by one or more parties asking for a specific action in case. Learn about filing a Motion in a Maryland Circuit Court.