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Clerk of the Circuit Court · Wicomico County · 2026 Primary
The Clerk of the Circuit Court serves as the chief record-keeper for the county, managing all court documents for civil and criminal cases as well as property deeds and land records. This official is also responsible for issuing marriage and business licenses and swearing in various public officials. By overseeing these administrative functions, the Clerk ensures that legal records are accurately maintained and that essential government services are accessible to the public.
View all candidates in this raceJames "Bo" McAllister is the current Wicomico County Clerk of Circuit Court running for re-election in 2026. He first ran for this office in 2018, citing his legal experience, technology skills, and dedication to public service as reasons to help maintain and improve operations at the local Circuit Court. During his tenure, he highlights achievements such as implementing paperless delivery of case records, online processing of business licenses, and expanding digital access to real estate recordings and historical records. He also notes reductions in office space by over 10% and annual supply costs by over 25%, alongside serving on statewide workgroups and performing over 1500 ceremonies. Outside of his official duties, he contributes to local civic groups with an emphasis on youth sports.
"In 2018, I decided to run for Clerk of Court because I felt I could use my legal experience, technology skills, and dedication to public service to help maintain and improve operations at our local Circuit Court."
"My broader goals were to expand courthouse services while carefully conserving taxpayer resources."
"Over the last 7 years, our office successfully implemented paperless delivery of case records and online processing of business licenses, while significantly expanding digital access to real estate recordings and historical records."
"In addition, I personally served on several statewide workgroups, performed over 1500 ceremonies, and provided informative presentations to citizens across the county, from preschoolers to retired seniors."
"Now, in 2026, I am excited to offer my services as Clerk of Court for another four years and I would be honored to have your support."
Fiscal Policy
Expand courthouse services while conserving taxpayer resources through cost reductions in office space and supplies.
“"expand courthouse services while carefully conserving taxpayer resources."”
Infrastructure
Modernize court operations with digital access to records and online processing of licenses.
“"implemented paperless delivery of case records and online processing of business licenses, while significantly expanding digital access to real estate recordings and historical records."”
External news sources report on the filing deadline for Maryland's 2026 Primary Election and list candidates for local offices across Delmarva counties. Coverage lists Charles T. Horner, Sr. as a Republican candidate for Clerk of the Circuit Court in Wicomico County but does not provide specific commentary on McAllister's record or background within these news snippets. The articles focus generally on the slate of candidates filing for local offices and state-level races around Delmarva.
“"expand courthouse services while carefully conserving taxpayer resources."”
Source“"implemented paperless delivery of case records and online processing of business licenses, while significantly expanding digital access to real estate recordings and historical records."”
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