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Register of Wills · Dorchester County · 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 raceWalter "Dan" Kurth is a Republican candidate seeking election as Register of Wills for Dorchester County in 2026. He is running in the June 23, 2026 Republican primary alongside fellow challenger Andrew Citrone. The winner of the Republican primary will face Democratic incumbent Terry Dayton Wheatley, who has served as Register of Wills since her appointment in November 2020, in the November 3, 2026 general election.