County

Sheriff, Baltimore County

Vote for: 1
Term: 4 years
Candidates: 2
Election: Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The sheriff runs the county's sheriff's office: serving court papers, providing courthouse security and, in many counties, patrolling and running the detention center.

Candidates Compare by issue

Clyde E. Boatwright

Democratic

President, Maryland State Fraternal Order of Police; Baltimore City School Police sergeant · Middle River

The gist

Proposes a 24-hour domestic violence unit to serve court orders
Opposes deputies taking part in federal immigration enforcement
Pledges more deputy presence in communities
Proposes upgrading the sheriff's office technology

More about Clyde

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Proposes a 24-hour domestic violence unit to serve court orders
Clyde Boatwright for Baltimore County Sheriff: On the Issues
Campaign website · Citizens for Clyde Boatwright · boatwrightforsheriff.com
“we will launch a bold initiative with a 24-hour Domestic Violence Unit dedicated to quickly serving court orders”
Opposes deputies taking part in federal immigration enforcement
Baltimore County Sheriff: 2026 Maryland Voter Guide
Candidate questionnaire · The Baltimore Banner · thebanner.com
“As sheriff, I WILL NOT allow my deputies to participate in federal immigration enforcement.”
Pledges more deputy presence in communities
Clyde Boatwright for Baltimore County Sheriff: On the Issues
Campaign website · Citizens for Clyde Boatwright · boatwrightforsheriff.com
“collaborate with external partners to increase the presence of deputy sheriffs in communities across the county”
Proposes upgrading the sheriff's office technology
Clyde Boatwright for Baltimore County Sheriff: On the Issues
Campaign website · Citizens for Clyde Boatwright · boatwrightforsheriff.com
“We will work to modernize the sheriff's office by upgrading technology to better serve our residents.”

Michael F. Burke

Republican

Law enforcement and military veteran · Glyndon

The gist

Supports aggressive warrant service and targeting repeat offenders
Pledges to prioritize deputy recruitment, retention and training
Supports modern technology and coordination in court security
Pledges regular meetings with residents and civic groups

More about Michael

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Supports aggressive warrant service and targeting repeat offenders
Michael Burke for Baltimore County Sheriff: The Issues
Campaign website · Friends for Michael Burke · burkeforbaltimoresheriff.org
“He supports aggressive warrant service, coordinated multi-agency operations, and targeting repeat offenders”
Pledges to prioritize deputy recruitment, retention and training
Michael Burke for Baltimore County Sheriff: The Issues
Campaign website · Friends for Michael Burke · burkeforbaltimoresheriff.org
“He will prioritize recruitment, retention, and training while restoring morale among deputies.”
Supports modern technology and coordination in court security
Michael Burke for Baltimore County Sheriff: The Issues
Campaign website · Friends for Michael Burke · burkeforbaltimoresheriff.org
“He supports the use of modern technology, improved coordination with corrections, and policies that maintain safety”
Pledges regular meetings with residents and civic groups
Michael Burke for Baltimore County Sheriff: The Issues
Campaign website · Friends for Michael Burke · burkeforbaltimoresheriff.org
“he will actively meet with residents, businesses, and civic groups to understand their concerns and provide solutions”

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