What’s the job: The local prosecutor in Baltimore and each of Maryland’s 23 counties. Responsible for the investigation and prosecution of crimes. Provides support services for crime victims and witnesses. Elected to a four-year term.

Democratic

Name: Rich Gibson

Rich Gibson.
Rich Gibson. (Courtesy of Rich Gibson)

Age: 50

Personal: Married, with three children.

Education: B.A., law and justice, College of New Jersey; J.D. Howard University School of Law.

Experience: 22 years as a prosecutor in Prince George’s County and Baltimore City. Elected Howard County State’s Attorney in 2018. 2016 Mid- Atlantic Regional Prosecutor of the Year; 2025 National Black Prosecutors Association Superior Service Award; 2025 — Maryland State’s Attorney’s Association Distinguished Service Award; 2025 Maryland Bar Foundation — Joseph Curran Jr. Public Service Award.