register of wills

A public official who records probated wills, issues letters testamentary and letters of administration, and serves generally as clerk of the probate court.

• The register of wills exists only in some states. [Cases: Executors and Administrators 8. C.J.S. Executors and Administrators §§ 12–13.]

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