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Dauphin County Register-Wills
Dauphin County Register-Wills in Harrisburg, PA is a government office that serves as the official repository for various legal documents and records, including marriage licenses, probates, inheritance tax files, guardianships, terminations, and adoptions. Led by Jean Marfizo King, the Register of Wills and Clerk of the Orphans Court, the office is dedicated to preserving historical records and implementing modernization efforts to enhance efficiency and convenience for residents. With a commitment to preservation and innovation, the office has implemented virtual marriage licenses and probates, earning recognition for excellence in information technology. The Register of Wills acts in a quasi-judicial capacity, probating wills and granting letters to personal representatives of estates, while the Clerk of the Orphans Court serves as the filing office and custodian of records for matters such as adoptions, guardianships, and estate litigation. The office also processes marriage license applications. With a focus on exceptional service, the staff is dedicated to providing the public with access to public records and efficient transaction processing. The office does not accept cash payments, but accepts check, money order, and credit card payments for county fees and inheritance tax.Generated from the website