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Judge of the LaPorte Superior Court
No. 3
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 6 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A superior court judge presides over civil and criminal cases in LaPorte County's trial courts.
Courts & justice
James M. (Jim) MacalkaDemocratic
- Supports evaluations and services addressing defendants' underlying issues
- Supports pretrial services for misdemeanor defendants
- Opposes party affiliation as a factor in choosing judges
Kurt R. EarnstRepublican
- Pledges strict adherence to the law and respect for all
- Pledges to prioritize the La Porte Veterans Treatment Court
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