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Register of Wills · Baltimore City · 2026 Primary
The Register of Wills oversees the legal process of settling a person's estate after they pass away, ensuring assets are distributed correctly to heirs and beneficiaries according to the law. This office is responsible for maintaining permanent records of wills and probate documents while also collecting inheritance taxes on behalf of the state. By managing these sensitive transitions, the official ensures the orderly and transparent transfer of property within the community.
View all candidates in this raceBelinda K. Conaway is a former Baltimore City Councilwoman who has served as a prominent figure in the Conaway political family. She held a seat on the City Council representing the 7th District until 2011, when she lost her re-election bid following controversies regarding her residency. After her council tenure, she sought the office of Register of Wills in 2012, campaigning with the slogan "Where there's a Will there's a Way." Her career has also included a 2011 write-in campaign and a high-profile $21 million lawsuit against a media columnist. In addition to her political activities, she has been reported to have faced serious health issues in 2015.
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