Prince George's County, Maryland
Probate in Prince George's County, Maryland
Prince George's County probate filings are heard at the Upper Marlboro courthouse under Maryland law (Md. Code Ann., Est. & Trusts §§ 1-101 et seq.). The process below applies statewide; specific court fees and forms are available from the Prince George's County Clerk.
Prince George's County probate at a glance
- County seat
- Upper Marlboro
- Court
- Register of Wills; Orphans' Court for contested matters
- Population (est.)
- 967,201
- Typical timeline
- 32–52 weeks
- Filing fee
- $50–$2500
- Small-estate threshold
- $50,000
- Statute
- Md. Code Ann., Est. & Trusts §§ 1-101 et seq.
For exact fees + forms, check the Prince George's County Clerk’s office or the state source: registers.maryland.gov.
Maryland probate, step by step
- 1File petition for administration with the Register of Wills
- 2Register issues letters and orders publication of Notice to Creditors
- 3File information report and inventory within three months
- 4Pay debts, Maryland inheritance tax, and statutory family allowances
- 5File final account or report under modified administration; distribute estate
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Other Maryland counties
This page is informational and is not legal advice. Probate procedure varies by county. Consult a licensed Maryland probate attorney for advice specific to your situation.