The Gist
Home

Judges & courts

Spokane County District Court Judge

Position 2

Vote for
1
Term
4 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: District court judges hear misdemeanors, traffic cases, small claims and civil cases up to $100,000 in Spokane County.

Taxes & budget

Courts & justice

  • Mike (Michael) ValerienNo party listed

    • Supports evidence-based strategies to reduce repeat offenses
    • Pledges to follow due process to protect the accused
  • Deanna Kathleen CrullNo party listed

    • Supports therapeutic alternatives for qualified, motivated defendants
    • Pledges accountability and focus on community safety
    • Pledges transparency and equal access to justice

Challengers are listed first and incumbents last; otherwise candidates appear in ballot order. The Gist does not rank, rate or endorse candidates. Only positions backed by a cited source are shown; 2 issues covered in this race.