Judge of the Orphans' Court
What does this office do?
- Deciding trials in the county
- Ruling on evidence and setting sentences in criminal cases
- Deciding family, probate, and civil disputes
Affects: Public Safety and Crime Control, Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties, Housing Affordability,
Candidates:
Republican
A small business owner and former judge with experience in estate law and election administration. He emphasizes fair decisions, professional conduct, and respectful treatment of families.
Democratic
Landscape business owner and county native with degrees in environmental studies and teaching. She emphasizes court transparency, efficiency, and respectful treatment of families.
Democratic
An attorney and small business owner with estate-law experience and a Georgetown Law degree. He emphasizes impartial justice and an open, efficient court that treats families with compassion.
Republican
An attorney and former community health and psychiatric nurse who served seven years on the bench. She emphasizes careful estate administration, efficient hearings, and respectful treatment of grieving families.
Democratic · Incumbent
A judge and attorney with 20 years of legal experience, including antitrust work and federal small-business advising. She emphasizes impartial decisions, clear explanations, and respectful treatment of families.
Republican
A real estate broker and property manager with 16 years of state legislative service and experience reviewing court administration. He prioritizes simpler probate procedures, online access, and transparent decisions.
Sources: elections.maryland.gov2