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Judge of the 96th District Court
Non-incumbent position
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 6 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: A district court judge hears misdemeanors, traffic cases, civil suits up to $25,000, small claims and landlord-tenant cases, and holds preliminary hearings in felony cases.
Courts & justice
Patrick J. CrowleyNo party listed
- Supports electronic filing and Zoom court appearances
- Proposes clearing decades-old warrants for unpaid fines faster
- Supports directing resources toward rehabilitation over punishment
Derek G. SwajanenNo party listed
- Supports alternatives to incarceration when appropriate
- Supports establishing a Mental Health Court
- Pledges to prioritize timely case management
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