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Judge of the 8th Circuit Court

Non-incumbent position

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1
Term
6 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: A circuit court judge hears felony criminal cases, civil lawsuits over $25,000, divorce and family cases, and appeals from district and probate courts.

Lori J. Shearer

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Attorney in private practice · Belding

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Ed Sternisha

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Attorney and police officer · Belding

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No documented position found.

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