Judge of the Orphans' Court in Saint Mary's, Maryland

2026 Primary Election

• Curtis J. King — Judge of the Orphans' Court in Saint Mary's, Maryland

  Curtis J. King is a Democratic candidate running for the office of Judge of the Orphans' Court in Saint Mary's County, Maryland, during the 2026 election cycle. As a contender for this position, he is running unopposed in the Democratic primary, positioning him to advance in the election. His campaign committee, Curtis King for St Marys Orphans Court, is based out of Leonardtown, Maryland. While public details regarding his professional background or prior judicial experience are currently sparse, King's candidacy represents the Democratic party's presence in the Saint Mary's County local judicial races for the upcoming 2026 election.

• Albert "Allie" Babcock — Judge of the Orphans' Court in Saint Mary's, Maryland

  Albert "Allie" Babcock is a Republican candidate running for re-election as Judge of the Orphans' Court in Saint Mary's County, Maryland. A retired federal worker with thirty-one years of service, Babcock was first elected to the probate court in 2014 and won re-election in 2018 and 2022. During his tenure, Judge Babcock has presided over numerous probate hearings, working with the Register of Wills, family law attorneys, and grieving families. In his 2026 campaign, he continues to emphasize his extensive courtroom experience and his past efforts to secure essential IT upgrades that improve the local court system.

• Bill Mattingly — Judge of the Orphans' Court in Saint Mary's, Maryland

  William "Bill" Mattingly is a Republican candidate running for re-election as Judge of the Orphans' Court in Saint Mary's County, Maryland. With a deep commitment to public service, he brings extensive local experience to the bench. Mattingly was initially appointed to the Orphans' Court in 2012 by Governor Martin O'Malley and has served multiple terms. Before his judicial career, he worked as a Road Patrol Officer for local Sheriff's Departments. He later retired as a District Manager for Waste Management of Southern Maryland. Additionally, Mattingly served on the Saint Mary's County Board of Education for eight years.

• Michael R. White — Judge of the Orphans' Court in Saint Mary's, Maryland

  Michael R. White is a dedicated public servant and Republican candidate running for re-election as a Judge of the Orphans' Court in St. Mary's County, Maryland. Born in 1959, White brings valuable experience to the bench from his extensive professional background as both a local businessman and a retired Maryland State Police detective. White first began his judicial service upon being elected to the Orphans' Court, taking office in December 2014. Because of his commitment to the community and fair handling of probate matters, he was elevated to Chief Judge in March 2019. He continues to draw upon his law enforcement experience to protect the county's most vulnerable citizens.