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Sheriff · Prince George's 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 raceJohn D. B. Carr is the 118th Sheriff of Prince George's County, having taken office in December 2022 and serving as a proud native of the county. He has concentrated on public safety, community engagement for youth and seniors, mental health support through the Behavioral Health Unit (BHU), and combating domestic violence. Under his leadership, the Sheriff's Office has strengthened community partnerships, expanded programs to support vulnerable populations including youth and seniors, and enhanced public safety initiatives across the county. Carr believes in building trust, fostering collaboration, and ensuring every resident has a voice in shaping a safer future for all.
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"Serving with Integrity, Compassion, and Dedication"
"Sheriff John D.B. Carr proudly announces his candidacy for re-election as Sheriff of Prince George's County. With a proven record of dedicated service, strong leadership, and a commitment to keeping our communities safe"
"A Leader for the People" Keeping His Word, Continuing His Work
Source: voteforjohndbcarr.com
Public Safety
Reducing outstanding warrants and removing violent offenders from the streets to ensure safer neighborhoods for all
“"reducing the number of outstanding warrants and removing violent offenders from the streets to ensure safer neighborhoods for all"”
Domestic Violence Prevention
12 years of raising awareness through initiatives such as Purple Light Nights, with commitment to prevention, victim support, and education
“"This year, the Sheriff's Office celebrates 12 years of raising awareness of domestic violence and reinforcing its commitment to prevention, victim support, and education through initiatives such as Purple Light Nights."”
Mental Health Services
Establishing new collaborations between agencies, courts, and hospitals to better identify and serve residents facing mental health challenges, including advocating for a dedicated county facility for adolescents
“"Building Partnerships: Establish new collaborations between agencies, courts, and hospitals to better identify and serve residents facing mental health challenges. Supporting Youth: Advocate for the creation of a dedicated county facility to provide specialized care and support for adolescents struggling with mental health issues."”
Community Outreach
Partnering with community organizations to ensure citizens are informed about available resources, including domestic violence and child support services
“"Resource Awareness: Partner with community organizations to ensure citizens are informed about available resources, including domestic violence and child support services."”
The Washington Informer reports that State's Attorney Aisha Braveboy announced a collaborative effort to address domestic violence rates in Prince George's County with new protocols and resources. This county-level initiative aligns with Sheriff Carr's stated commitment to combating domestic violence through prevention, victim support, and education initiatives such as Purple Light Nights.
“"enhanced public safety initiatives across the county"”
Source“"reducing the number of outstanding warrants and removing violent offenders from the streets"”
Source“"expanded programs to support youth and seniors"”
Source“"Support & Protection: Create programs that actively engage youth and provide protection and support for vulnerable adults throughout the community."”
Source“"Establish new collaborations between agencies, courts, and hospitals to better identify and serve residents facing mental health challenges."”
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