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Marcus Harris
Democratic · Maryland · 2026 · IncumbentHarris has served as Howard County Sheriff since his election in 2018, becoming the first Black sheriff in county history, and is now serving his second term, per Maryland Manual. He previously worked as a detective with the Baltimore County Police Department, per campaign site.
Priorities
- Community trust and engagement with the Sheriff's Office, per the campaign site
- Modernizing operations through body-worn cameras, drone use and enhanced training, per the campaign site
- Building partnerships with police, the state's attorney's office and community organizations, per the campaign site
On the ballot
Howard Sheriff · Maryland · 2026
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