Register of Wills in Harford, Maryland

2026 Primary Election

• Jo Wanda Strickland-Lucas — Register of Wills in Harford, Maryland

  Jo Wanda Strickland-Lucas was a Democratic candidate for the position of Register of Wills in Harford County, Maryland, during the 2022 election cycle. She serves as the Vice Chair of the Harford County Democratic Central Committee, a key role within the local party structure. Her community involvement includes participation in local organizations such as Voices for Racial Change and Together We Will of Harford County. Public records confirm her residency in Aberdeen, Maryland. Details concerning her professional career and educational background are not publicly documented. This profile highlights her active engagement in local politics and community advocacy within Harford County.

• Derek K. Hopkins — Register of Wills in Harford, Maryland

  Derek K. Hopkins, a Republican, has served as the Harford County Register of Wills since he was sworn into office on November 30, 2010. A lifelong resident of Harford County, his family has lived in the area for generations. Before his election, Hopkins worked as an auctioneer, estate appraiser, and a third-generation real estate agent with a focus on estate services. He is a graduate of North Harford High School and attended Virginia Tech. Hopkins is also a graduate of the Missouri Auction School and the Certified Auctioneer Institute at Indiana University. An active member of his community, he has volunteered with the Darlington and Whiteford Volunteer Fire Companies.