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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.
Public safety
Clyde E. BoatwrightDemocratic
- 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
Michael F. BurkeRepublican
- Supports aggressive warrant service and targeting repeat offenders
- Pledges to prioritize deputy recruitment, retention and training
- Pledges regular meetings with residents and civic groups
Government & transparency
Clyde E. BoatwrightDemocratic
- Proposes upgrading the sheriff's office technology
Michael F. BurkeRepublican
No documented position found.
Courts & justice
Clyde E. BoatwrightDemocratic
No documented position found.
Michael F. BurkeRepublican
- Supports modern technology and coordination in court security
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