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James McNeill

Anne Arundel County Sheriff

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Drug Policy James will establish a dedicated unit focused on removing fentanyl and other deadly drugs from our streets, working closely with local, state, and federal partners to disrupt supply and reduce overdose deaths. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Thousands of unserved warrants continue to impact public safety. James will deploy advanced, proven technology and partner with federal resources to establish accountability, streamline operations, and finally eliminate the backlog that has been allowed to persist for too long. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Jim will work hand-in-hand with city, state, and federal agencies to improve communication, expand joint operations, and establish initiatives such as weekend warrant and criminal summons services to reduce strain on county police resources. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Jim will bring forward-thinking leadership to the Sheriff’s Office by implementing advanced technology and proven systems that improve efficiency, enhance accountability, and deliver better outcomes for the community. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Human trafficking and child exploitation are real and present threats. James will prioritize these cases by dedicating resources, strengthening partnerships, and ensuring these crimes remain at the forefront of enforcement efforts to protect the most vulnerable in our community. Criminal Justice / Public Safety James will work collaboratively with law enforcement agencies at every level to aggressively pursue and remove dangerous individuals, while ensuring deputies have the tools, training, and support they need to succeed.

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