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State's Attorney · Carroll 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 raceGeorge Psoras Jr. is a trial attorney with over 38 years of experience running for Carroll County State's Attorney in Maryland. He positions himself as an active, hands-on prosecutor who will personally prosecute serious criminal cases rather than serving as a figurehead. His campaign emphasizes restoring strength, accountability, and excellence to the office while building what he describes as the most effective and respected State's Attorney's Office in Maryland. Psoras plans to establish specialized prosecution units in partnership with law enforcement agencies including the Maryland State Police and Carroll County Sheriff's Office.
Sources: Campaign website
George Psoras will not be a mere figurehead. He is committed to being an active, hands-on prosecutor who will work harder than any previous State's Attorney to ensure that justice is served.
I will create a diversion program aimed at allowing first time non-violent offenders to avoid criminal convictions by participating in a trusted rehabilitation, education, and community supported programs.
George Psoras believes that Carroll County deserves the best State's Attorney's Office in Maryland. This commitment means relentless preparation, clear accountability, strong partnerships with law enforcement, continuous professional training, and courtroom leadership by example.
Public safety is George Psoras's top priority as a candidate. He will aggressively target violent criminals and repeat offenders who pose a threat to the safety of our communities.
Source: psoras.com
Criminal Justice
Creating diversion programs for first-time non-violent offenders to avoid criminal convictions through rehabilitation and education
“I will create a diversion program aimed at allowing first time non-violent offenders to avoid criminal convictions by participating in a trusted rehabilitation, education, and community supported programs.”
Criminal Justice
Personal prosecution of serious cases with full force of law enforcement collaboration
“Leading from the Courtroom. George will personally prosecute serious criminal cases, setting a standard of preparation and professionalism that he expects from every prosecutor in the office.”
Criminal Justice
Aggressive targeting of violent criminals and repeat offenders with strategic prosecution and case prioritization
“He will aggressively target violent criminals and repeat offenders who pose a threat to the safety of our communities. Through strategic prosecution, close coordination with law enforcement, and smart case prioritization.”
Criminal Justice
Victim support systems ensuring victims are treated with dignity, respect, and compassion throughout the process
“George Psoras is committed to ensuring that victims of crime are treated with dignity, respect, and compassion throughout the entire process.”
Criminal Justice
Comprehensive staff training through commitments from experienced prosecutors and defense attorneys for ongoing high-level training
“George Psoras Jr. has secured commitments from experienced prosecutors and defense attorneys to provide ongoing, high-level training.”