Run for County Court Judge - Probate//County Court Judge - Surrogate in Saginaw County, MI

Election Date: Aug 4, 2026
Filing Deadline: Apr 21, 2026

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Election Details

Office level: county
Length of term: 6 years
Commitment level: Full Time
Affiliation: nonpartisan
Typical salary: $139,919 / year
Filing period: Jan 1, 2026 - Apr 21, 2026
Positions:
Saginaw County Probate Judge
Saginaw County Probate Judge

Job description

This County Court Judge is responsible for adjudicating cases in Civil and Criminal Courts at the trial-level in the certain specific areas of probate or surrogate matters.

Eligibility requirements

A person is not eligible to the office of county probate judge unless the person is a registered and qualified elector of this state by the filing deadline or the date the person files the affidavit of candidacy, is licensed to practice law in this state for at least five years, and at the time of election or appointment is less than 70 years of age.

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FAQ

How often is County Court Judge - Probate//County Court Judge - Surrogate elected?

The position of County Court Judge - Probate//County Court Judge - Surrogate is typically elected every 6 years.

What does it mean for an election to be nonpartisan?

Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation.

What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Saginaw County, MI?

No filing fee. Incumbents must file an Affidavit of Candidacy to the County Clerk's office. Non-incumbents must file an Affidavit of Identity, Affidavit of Constitutional Qualification, and the amount of signatures prescribed to their district by the Michigan Bureau of Elections.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.

Where is the filing office?

111 S Michigan Saginaw MI 48602-2086.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 989-790-5251 X7.

How do I get started running for County Court Judge - Probate//County Court Judge - Surrogate?

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Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?

The next election for County Court Judge - Probate//County Court Judge - Surrogate includes a primary, but not a runoff election.

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