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Sheriff · Anne Arundel County · 2026 Primary
The Sheriff is an elected official responsible for maintaining courthouse security, serving legal documents such as warrants and evictions, and transporting individuals in custody. In many Maryland counties, the Sheriff’s Office also serves as the primary law enforcement agency, conducting patrols and investigating crimes. This office is a key part of the local justice system, ensuring that court orders are enforced and the public is protected.
View all candidates in this raceJames McNeill is running for Anne Arundel County Sheriff, describing himself as a lifelong resident, husband of over 34 years, father of three, and small business owner. He highlights his extensive law enforcement experience spanning the Annapolis Police Department, Maryland Aviation Administration at BWI Airport, Baltimore County Auxiliary Police, and volunteer work with the Anne Arundel Sheriff's Office under multiple sheriffs. McNeill positions himself as a conservative leader committed to constitutional principles, specifically defending Second Amendment rights and Christian values in leadership. He emphasizes a grassroots approach that is not beholden to special interests or political machines. His platform focuses on modernizing public safety through technology while addressing specific crises like fentanyl, warrant backlogs, and violent crime. He aims to protect vulnerable children by combating human trafficking with dedicated resources and federal partnerships. Additionally, he proposes strengthening partnerships across city, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to improve overall community safety.
Sources: Campaign website
James McNeill is a lifelong Anne Arundel County resident, committed husband, father of three, and small business owner.
He brings decades of real law enforcement experience and a common-sense approach to protecting our community.
Constitutional Firm supporter and defender of the U.S. Constitution and your Second Amendment rights
My campaign is not beholden to special interests or political machines
Source: mcneill4sheriff.com
Clear Warrant Backlog
Deploy advanced proven technology to address thousands of unserved warrants. Partner with federal resources to establish accountability and finally solve this crisis that's been ignored for too long.
“Deploy advanced proven technology to address thousands of unserved warrants. Partner with federal resources to establish accountability and finally solve this crisis that's been ignored for too long.”
Combat Fentanyl & Opioids
Establish a dedicated unit to remove deadly drugs from our streets. Work with Local and federal partners to stop the flow of fentanyl that's destroying families and claiming lives in our community.
“Establish a dedicated unit to remove deadly drugs from our streets. Work with Local and federal partners to stop the flow of fentanyl that's destroying families and claiming lives in our community.”
Remove Violent Criminals
Work with Local and Federal Law enforcement Agencys to Aggressively pursue and remove violent offenders from our neighborhoods. Ensure deputies have the tools, training, and support they need to keep citizens safe.
“Work with Local and Federal Law enforcement Agencys to Aggressively pursue and remove violent offenders from our neighborhoods. Ensure deputies have the tools, training, and support they need to keep citizens safe.”
Protect Vulnerable Children
Working with Local and Federal Law enforcement to Combat human trafficking and protect exploited children in Anne Arundel County. This epidemic is real and requires dedicated resources and leadership.
“Working with Local and Federal Law enforcement to Combat human trafficking and protect exploited children in Anne Arundel County. This epidemic is real and requires dedicated resources and leadership.”
Strengthen Partnerships
Work hand-in-hand with city, state, and federal law enforcement. Establish weekend warrant and Crminal Summons service to reduce burden on county police and improve public safety.
“Work hand-in-hand with city, state, and federal law enforcement. Establish weekend warrant and Crminal Summons service to reduce burden on county police and improve public safety.”
Innovation & Technology
Bring modern, forward-thinking leadership to the Sheriff's Office. Deploy advanced technology and proven systems to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
“Bring modern, forward-thinking leadership to the Sheriff's Office. Deploy advanced technology and proven systems to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.”
“He brings decades of real law enforcement experience and a common-sense approach to protecting our community.”
Source“Clear the Warrant Backlog... Remove Violent Criminals...”
Source“My campaign is not beholden to special interests or political machines”
Source“James McNeill is a lifelong Anne Arundel County resident, committed husband, father of three, and small business owner.”
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