Jerry McDermott
High Sheriff of Norfolk County, Massachusetts / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Jerome P. “Jerry” McDermott is an American politician who served as the 22nd High Sheriff of Norfolk County from 2018 through 2021,[1] as well as a member of the Boston City Council from 2002 through 2008.
Quick Facts Sheriff of Norfolk County, Massachusetts, Appointed by ...
Jerry McDermott | |
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Sheriff of Norfolk County, Massachusetts | |
In office December 24, 2018 – January 6, 2021 | |
Appointed by | Charlie Baker |
Preceded by | Michael G. Bellotti |
Succeeded by | Patrick W. McDermott |
Chief of Staff of the Massachusetts Executive Office for Administration and Finance, Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance | |
In office March 2018 – March 2019 | |
Preceded by | David Abdoo |
Succeeded by | Matthew Cocciardi |
Member of the Boston City Council from the 9th District | |
In office 2002–2008 | |
Preceded by | Brian Honan |
Succeeded by | Mark Ciommo |
Personal details | |
Born | Boston, Massachusetts |
Political party | Republican (2013-present) Democratic (until 2010) |
Residence | Westwood, Massachusetts |
Education | University of Massachusetts Boston |
Profession | Politician |
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He was appointed sheriff by Governor Baker in December 2018 after the resignation of Michael G. Bellotti, but failed in his 2020 attempt to win election to a full term.