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Sheriff · Baltimore City · 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 raceSabrina Tapp-Harper is a retired law enforcement officer seeking election as Sheriff of Baltimore City. She served as a Major in the Baltimore City Police Department, commanding the Northern District and Special Investigations, and previously worked as an Assistant Sheriff for the Baltimore City Sheriff’s Office. A native of Baltimore, she graduated from Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, Coppin State University, and Johns Hopkins University. Her national expertise includes domestic violence prevention, where she was a guest at the White House under President Obama, and human trafficking awareness through numerous presentations. She is also recognized as a gun violence prevention advocate who has testified before Congress. Tapp-Harper emphasizes her commitment to understanding local neighborhoods and hopes for making Baltimore safer and stronger for every resident.
Sources: Campaign website
"Baltimore deserves a Sheriff who understands our neighborhoods, our challenges, and our hopes."
"I’ve dedicated my career to fighting crime, protecting families from domestic violence, and standing up against gun violence."
"Now, I’m ready to bring that experience to the Sheriff’s Office – to make Baltimore safer and stronger for every resident."
Source: stappharperforbaltimorecity.com
Public Safety
Dedicated career focused on crime reduction and neighborhood safety.
“fighting crime... to make Baltimore safer and stronger for every resident.”
Domestic Violence Prevention
Protecting families from domestic violence based on national expertise.
“protecting families from domestic violence”
Gun Violence Prevention
Advocacy and testimony focused on reducing gun violence.
“standing up against gun violence”
“fighting crime, protecting families from domestic violence, and standing up against gun violence.”
Source“Retired Major — Baltimore City Police Department (Northern District & Special Investigations Commander)”
Source“Baltimore deserves a Sheriff who understands our neighborhoods, our challenges, and our hopes.”
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