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Prosecuting Attorney, 60th Judicial Circuit (St. Joseph County)

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1
Term
4 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The prosecuting attorney prosecutes crimes in the circuit's courts and enforces child support orders.

Public safety

  • Amy Suzanne CressyDemocratic

    • Supports prison for violent criminals and habitual offenders
  • John Michael MaciejczykRepublican

    • Pledges better communication between prosecutors and police departments
    • Supports bringing back the Metro Homicide Unit

Government & transparency

Courts & justice

  • Amy Suzanne CressyDemocratic

    • Supports diversion programs for low-level, nonviolent offenders
    • Supports Drug Court and other problem-solving courts
    • Proposes rechecking charging decisions throughout each criminal case
  • John Michael MaciejczykRepublican

    • Proposes a training program for new deputy prosecutors

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