The county Register of Wills is primarily responsible for the probate of wills and acceptances for filing of the documents necessary to complete the administration of a decedent’s estate. The position is quasi-judicial, giving it the authority to conduct a hearing to determine who should be appointed executor or administrator to an estate.
All persons elected to any county office must be at least 18 years old, U.S. citizens, and residents of the county for at least one year prior to their election.
Filing Requirements
Filing fee is $100; signature requirement of 100.
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.