Register of Wills in Frederick, Maryland
2026 Primary Election
- Chris Manners — Register of Wills in Frederick, Maryland
Christopher “Chris” Manners was the Democratic candidate for Register of Wills in Frederick County, Maryland, during the 2022 election cycle. With a commitment to public service, he brought relevant experience to his campaign, holding the position of Chief Deputy Register of Wills for Frederick County. In this role, Manners gained firsthand experience in the responsibilities and duties of the office he sought to lead. His campaign focused on leveraging this inside knowledge to ensure the efficient and compassionate operation of the Register of Wills office for the residents of Frederick County.
- Mary C. Rolle — Register of Wills in Frederick, Maryland
Mary C. Rolle, a Republican, serves as the Register of Wills for Frederick County, Maryland, a position she has held since December 2022. Her career in public service spans various roles within the criminal justice system, including addictions counseling and parole and probation. Rolle also dedicated many years to academia as a Professor of Criminal Justice at Frederick Community College, where she received the Innovation Award in 2001. Prior to her current role, she was elected to the Orphans' Court in 2018, serving as Chief Judge until 2022. She holds both a Bachelor and Master of Arts in Psychology.