6th Circuit Court Judge (Incumbent Position) (Oakland 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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Quick answers

Who is running for 6th Circuit Court Judge (Incumbent Position) (Oakland County) in 2026?

Mary Ellen T. Brennan, David M. Cohen, Lisa Gorcyca, Nanci Grant, Jeffery S. Matis and Lorie N. Savin.

Who is the incumbent?

Mary Ellen T. Brennan, David M. Cohen, Lisa Gorcyca, Nanci Grant, Jeffery S. Matis and Lorie N. Savin 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 6th Circuit Court Judge (Incumbent Position) (Oakland 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.