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Clerk of the Circuit Court · Charles County · 2026 Primary
The Clerk of the Circuit Court serves as the chief record-keeper for the county, managing all court documents for civil and criminal cases as well as property deeds and land records. This official is also responsible for issuing marriage and business licenses and swearing in various public officials. By overseeing these administrative functions, the Clerk ensures that legal records are accurately maintained and that essential government services are accessible to the public.
View all candidates in this raceLisa E. Yates is the current Clerk of the Circuit Court for Charles County and is seeking re-election. Yates has worked in the Charles County Circuit Court since 2004, beginning as a Deputy Clerk, later serving as Lead Land Records Clerk from 2017 to 2022, before being elected Clerk of the Circuit Court in December 2022. A resident of Newburg, Yates describes herself as a customer-oriented leader who has prioritized respectful service and hired bilingual staff to serve the county's growing Spanish-speaking population. She also currently serves on the Maryland Judicial Council's Court Operations Subcommittee.