§ 5–804

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Est. & Trusts § 5-804 (2026)

Title 5. Opening the Estate

Subtitle 8. Admission of Copy of Executed Will

The court may:

(1)

Without a hearing, issue an order authorizing:

(i)

The petitioner to proceed with administrative probate in accordance with Subtitle 3 of this title; and

(ii)

The register to accept the copy of the will for administrative probate; or

(2)

Require the filing of judicial probate in accordance with Subtitle 4 of this title.