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State's Attorney · Garrett County · 2026 Primary
The State’s Attorney is the county’s lead prosecutor, responsible for managing the legal office that handles all criminal cases on behalf of the public. This official decides whether to bring formal charges against individuals, oversees criminal trials, and works with law enforcement to address local crime. Because they determine how laws are enforced and which cases are prioritized, this office significantly shapes public safety and the local justice system.
View all candidates in this raceChristian Mash serves as the State's Attorney for Garrett County, having spent the last 12 years working as a career prosecutor to uphold the safety and security of the community. He is dedicated to holding criminals accountable while providing justice to victims in a fair manner that cares about the people of Garrett County. His priorities include reducing drug abuse and crimes against children and other vulnerable populations. Additionally, Mash has engaged in community outreach by participating in the 7th Grade Career Day Event at Garrett College to encourage students regarding legal careers within Western Maryland.
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Our county will need this generation to step up and fulfill the basic services that the community needs. I am very optimistic that quite a few of our students going through our local school system will become excellent lawyers.
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Public Safety
Wants to reduce drug abuse and crimes against children and other vulnerable populations while holding criminals accountable.
“Christian cares about the people of Garrett County, and wants to reduce drug abuse and crimes against children and other vulnerable populations.”
Education
Encourages students to pursue fulfilling careers in law right here in Western Maryland.
“I am very optimistic that quite a few of our students going through our local school system will become excellent lawyers.”
“Christian cares about the people of Garrett County, and wants to reduce drug abuse and crimes against children and other vulnerable populations.”
Source“Christian has spent the last 12 years working to uphold the safety and security of the people of our community. He has devoted his career in public service to holding criminals accountable, providing justice to victims.”
Source“State’s Attorney Christian Mash was happy to participate in the 7th Grade Career Day Event held at Garrett College.”
Source“I am very optimistic that quite a few of our students going through our local school system will become excellent lawyers.”
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