16th Circuit Court Judge (Incumbent Position) (Macomb 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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• 41A District Court Judge (Incumbent Position)
• 41B District Court Judge (Incumbent Position)
• 42nd District Court Judge, 1st Division (Incumbent Position)
• Macomb County Probate Judge (Incumbent Position)

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Quick answers

Who is running for 16th Circuit Court Judge (Incumbent Position) (Macomb County) in 2026?

Julie Gatti, Tanya A. Grillo, James M. Maceroni and Matthew S. Switalski.

Who is the incumbent?

Julie Gatti, Tanya A. Grillo, James M. Maceroni and Matthew S. Switalski 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 16th Circuit Court Judge (Incumbent Position) (Macomb 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.