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State's Attorney · Kent 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 raceMatt Crouch is a Rock Hall native and Republican candidate seeking election as State's Attorney for Kent County in 2026. A graduate of Syracuse University College of Law, Crouch has been an attorney at the Law Offices of Daniel D. Rosendale in Centreville since 2016, where he practices criminal defense, family law, and civil litigation across Maryland's Eastern Shore. Since 2017, he has served as a panel attorney for the Mid Shore Council on Family Violence, representing victims of domestic violence in protective order and family law matters. He is also a member of the Rock Hall Sons of the American Legion. His campaign priorities include strengthening communication with crime victims, reaffirming relationships with local law enforcement agencies, and establishing diversion programs for nonviolent first-time offenders. He is running under the committee name "Crouch for Kent" in the June 23, 2026 primary.
External sources describe Crouch as a Rock Hall native with over a decade of experience at the Law Offices of Daniel D. Rosendale. News articles confirm his filing for the State's Attorney position ahead of the June primary election. The coverage focuses on his professional history and announcement rather than specific policy platforms.
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