Calm returns to Anne Arundel Register of Wills office – Capital Gazette – 6/15/25
Jasmine Jackson for Anne Arundel Register of Wills (2026)
Jasmine M. Jackson is a lifelong resident of Anne Arundel County. She has been working in the Register of Wills office since 2008. Each year has offered her experience in reading Last Wills and Testaments, legal documents, Maryland code, and assisting family members and friends of Anne Arundel County residents during difficult times. She has earned every promotion through various departments in the office and was the obvious choice amongst co-workers and colleagues when a new Register needed to be appointed in June of 2024. Vote to KEEP Jasmine as a leader and hands-on employee for the Anne Arundel County Register of Wills.
Primary Election Day is Tuesday June 23, 2026
Early voting is from Thursday June 11, 2026 through Thursday June 18, 2026.
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The Gubernatorial Election is November 2026. Please learn why experience matters and vote for Jasmine M. Jackson.
ENDORSEMENTS
Sarah Elfreth, Congresswoman for Maryland, District 3
Senator Pam Beidle, District 32
“I have seen firsthand that leadership is built on experience, hard work, and dedication. Jasmine’s nearly twenty years of service in the Register of Wills office demonstrates the trust she has earned and her readiness to lead. Experience matters and that is why I am proud to endorse Jasmine M. Jackson for Anne Arundel County Register of Wills.”
“I have experienced firsthand the compassion, kindness and expertise Jasmine has displayed as the Register of Wills for Anne Arundel County. With nearly two decades of service, Anne Arundel County can be confident that integrity, knowledge and dedication will continue under Jasmine Jackson’s leadership.”
Delegate Mark Chang, District 32
“For almost two decades, Jasmine has led with compassion, kindness, integrity and diligence in serving Anne Arundel County residents with their estate proceedings. With her effective professionalism and tender heart, Jasmine has and will continue to be there for families during their most difficult times. Our county can rest assured that we are in good hands with the Anne Arundel County Register of Wills Jasmine Jackson!”
Allison Pickard, County Council Member, Candidate for County Executive
“I’m proud to endorse Jasmine M. Jackson for Anne Arundel County Register of Wills! With over 16 years of experience – from clerk to Chief Auditor to Register – Jasmine knows the office inside and out. She’s brought stability, integrity and compassion to families during some of life’s toughest moments. A lifelong county resident, Jasmine’s proven leadership and dedication make her the right choice to serve our community with professionalism and heart.”
The Honorable Alexis Burrell-Rohde, Register of Wills for Baltimore County
Byron Macfarlane, Register of Wills for Howard County
“Jasmine Jackson possesses extensive experience, strong character, and compassion for families dealing with grief, making her an exceptional Register of Wills. She has demonstrated integrity, skill, and a commitment to easing the process for those who have lost loved ones. Active in the community, she has implemented meaningful reforms and ensures respectful treatment for all, especially marginalized groups. For these reasons, I fully endorse Jasmine Jackson for Register of Wills in Anne Arundel County.”
Dana Jones, Delegate for District 30A
“Jasmine Jackson is the clear choice to continue serving as our Register of Wills. With nearly twenty years of dedicated service to our community, she has proven herself a steady hand and a trusted public servant. This office must never be about politics or personal ambition. It must be about serving the public effectively, efficiently, and with integrity. Jasmine Jackson has embodied these values every single day of her career. I have supported her from the start, and I am proud to endorse her to continue her service as our Register of Wills.
Delegate Mary Lehman, District 21
“I wholeheartedly endorse Jasmine Jackson for Register of Wills. With her more than 17 years of experience, compassion and service to our community makes her the right choice for Anne Arundel County.”
Sheila Finlayson, Former Alderwoman for City of Annapolis
“Throughout her more than 17 years of working in the Register’s Office, she has demonstrated a deep commitment to serving the community with integrity, transparency, compassion and professionalism. What sets Ms. Jackson apart is not just her experience, but also her dedication to putting people first. I heartily endorse Ms. Jackson to continue her excellent service as our Register of Wills.”
Rhonda Pindell Charles, Former Alderwoman, Ward 3, Annapolis
“Having personally worked with Jasmine Jackson and experienced the professionalism of the Register of Wills office, I can confidently say that Jasmine leads with integrity, compassion, and a genuine commitment to helping families. Anne Arundel County will be well served by her leadership as Register of Wills.”
Tom Fleckenstein, Attorney
“In my professional experience, I have observed Jasmine Jackson serve the public and legal community with professionalism, integrity and fairness. I believe Jasmine will continue to bring a thoughtful and service-oriented approach to the role of Register of Wills.”
Delegate Heather Bagnall, District 33C
“Since beginning in 2008, Jasmine has learned every aspect of this complex office. Most impressively, she stayed to rebuild the reputation of the office when it would have been easy to walk away. For those who’ve lost a loved one and are navigating this complicated world, you want someone who has demonstrated time and again her commitment to serving those in need in their most vulnerable moment. Jasmine Jackson is the clear choice for Register of Wills and I hope you will join me in ensuring she continues to serve with integrity, knowledge, and heart.”
IN THE NEWS
Having an experienced Register of Wills is essential. In the words of Jasmine M. Jackson – The Register of Wills Office, and Why It Matters
Armand Wallace and Legends From the Past & Future features interviews with local athletes, mentors and business people. Ms. Jackson was showcased on an interview podcast.
Legends From the Past & Future – Register of Wills – Jasmine M. Jackson – 4/29/26
The June 2026 Primary Election presents another unforeseen development that may impact continuity of service for employees, attorneys, and grieving families. The importance of conducting thorough background research on candidates cannot be overstated, as it plays a critical role in ensuring government offices operate efficiently, deliver high-quality public services, and use taxpayer funds responsibly.
In June 2025, employees celebrated the “positivity, efficiency and collaboration” that Register Jackson has brought to the office in the past year. The current administration has demonstrated a renewed commitment to integrity, responsibility of public resources and fiscal responsibility. Jasmine M. Jackson’s dedication is evident through her actions; it speaks for itself.
In June 2024, Jasmine M. Jackson was appointed as the new Register of Wills for Anne Arundel County. With 16 years of experience, working her way up in the office during that time, she planned to turn the focus back on assisting public with knowledge, compassion and honor.
Anne Arundel Register of Wills seeks to regain trust – Daily Record – 6/14/24
Griswold out as Anne Arundel Register of Wills – Maryland Matters – 6/11/24
Anne Arundel appoints new Register of Wills – The Banner – 6/11/24
Erica Griswold replaced as Anne Arundel Register of Wills – Fox Baltimore – 6/11/24
Erica Griswold replaced as Anne Arundel Register of Wills – Capital-Gazette – 6/11/24