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Sheriff · Cecil 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 raceNick Jaskiewicz is an 11-year Maryland State Trooper running for Cecil County Sheriff, bringing over a decade of law enforcement experience and more than 20 years in emergency services. He emphasizes transparency, unity among police, fire, and EMS agencies, and continuous professional development to protect the public. A resident of Cecil County for ten years, he positions himself as an officer who 'Earns respect, not Approval' and seeks leadership that supports deputies while ensuring community safety. His campaign focuses on accountability, inter-agency cooperation, and proactive crime addressing through community policing principles. He has also announced the selection of William D. Mott Sr. as his Chief Deputy to lead the office.
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Transparency in policing
Maintaining trust between law enforcement and the community through clear communication about issues affecting public safety.
“"Transparency is essential to maintaining trust between law enforcement and the community it serves."”
Leadership
Guiding, supporting, and empowering those who serve communities rather than defining leadership by rank or title.
“"Leadership in law enforcement is not defined by rank or title. It is defined by the ability to guide, support, and empower the people who serve our communities every day."”
Inter-agency Cooperation
Ensuring effective cooperation between law enforcement, fire services, emergency medical services, and emergency management for public safety.
“"Public safety in Cecil County depends on effective cooperation between the many agencies that respond to emergencies and investigate crime."”
Teaching & Training
Continuous improvement and professional development are essential to maintaining skills required to protect the public.
“"In professions where lives are on the line, learning cannot stop. Continuous improvement, training, and professional development are essential to maintaining the skills and judgment required to protect the public"”
Professionalism
Operating with integrity, accountability, and respect every day entrusted with protecting a community.
“"Professionalism is one of the most important qualities in public service. The people entrusted with protecting a community must operate with integrity, accountability, and respect every day they wear the"”
External sources report that Jaskiewicz has publicly clarified his position on cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities regarding the 287(g) program. He stated he supports honoring ICE detainer requests when individuals are arrested for criminal offenses, aligning with other Maryland sheriffs like Mike Lewis and Jimmy DeWees. Critics argue such agreements strain community trust, while supporters believe it strengthens public safety by ensuring repeat offenders undergo federal review.
“"Transparency is essential to maintaining trust between law enforcement and the community it serves."”
Source“"We are not targeting individuals who have committed no crime... However, when someone commits a crime, we gather all relevant information and cooperate with federal partners."”
Source“"Professionalism is one of the most important qualities in public service. The people entrusted with protecting a community must operate with integrity, accountability, and respect every day they wear the"”
Source“"Community policing is a fundamental part of effective law enforcement. It focuses on building strong relationships between officers and the people they serve while ensuring that crime is addressed proactively"”
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