What party is Michael Beard?

Michael Beard is running as a Republican.

Who is Michael Beard running against?

Jeffrey D. Murphy and John Ross Sines, for Garrett County Judge of the Orphans' Court.

How much money has Michael Beard raised?

$0 as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.

Should I vote for Michael Beard?

SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare Michael Beard's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

Michael Beard

Republican · Candidate for Garrett County Judge of the Orphans' Court · November 3, 2026

In office now

Michael Beard is the Judge of the Orphans' Court. Michael Beard's page: the office they hold, how to reach it and where they stand.

About this race

A county trial judge. Handles misdemeanors, traffic cases, small claims and smaller civil lawsuits, and in some states juvenile or other specialized matters.

3 candidates ran for Garrett County Judge of the Orphans' Court in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Where they stand

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Funding

No contributions reported to the Maryland State Board of Elections for the 2023-2026 cycle.

Source: Maryland State Board of Elections.

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Also running

Jeffrey D. Murphy · Republican
John Ross Sines · Republican

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Quick answers

What party is Michael Beard?: Michael Beard is running as a Republican.
What does the Garrett County Judge of the Orphans' Court seat do?: A county trial judge. Handles misdemeanors, traffic cases, small claims and smaller civil lawsuits, and in some states juvenile or other specialized matters.
Who is Michael Beard running against?: Jeffrey D. Murphy and John Ross Sines, for Garrett County Judge of the Orphans' Court.
How much money has Michael Beard raised?: $0 as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.
Should I vote for Michael Beard?: SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare Michael Beard's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

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