17th Circuit Court Judge (Incumbent Position) (Kent County)

What this office does

A judge on the state's main trial court. Hears serious criminal cases (felonies), large civil lawsuits and, in many states, family and probate matters.

Candidates

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• Kent County Probate Judge (Incumbent Position)

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Quick answers

Who is running for 17th Circuit Court Judge (Incumbent Position) (Kent County) in 2026?

Maureen A. Gottlieb, Scott A. Noto and Clay M. West.

Who is the incumbent?

Maureen A. Gottlieb, Scott A. Noto and Clay M. West currently holds this office.

What does this office do?

A judge on the state's main trial court. Hears serious criminal cases (felonies), large civil lawsuits and, in many states, family and probate matters.

Who should I vote for in the 17th Circuit Court Judge (Incumbent Position) (Kent County) race?

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When is the election?

The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.