Michigan HB5870 proposes to increase the number of judges in the ninth judicial circuit and the eighth district of Kalamazoo County.

Michigan HB5870 amends sections 510 and 8117 of the Michigan Compiled Laws to increase the number of judges in the ninth judicial circuit and the eighth district of Kalamazoo County. Specifically, the bill allows for one additional judge in the ninth judicial circuit, effective January 1, 2025, with an initial term of 8 years. Additionally, the eighth district, which also serves Kalamazoo County, may have one additional judge starting January 1, 2027. These changes aim to address potential vacancies and ensure adequate judicial coverage in the county.

Michigan HB5870 proposes to increase the number of judges in the ninth judicial circuit and the eighth district of Kalamazoo County.

Michigan HB5870 amends sections 510 and 8117 of the Michigan Compiled Laws to increase the number of judges in the ninth judicial circuit and the eighth district of Kalamazoo County. Specifically, the bill allows for one additional judge in the ninth judicial circuit, effective January 1, 2025, with an initial term of 8 years. Additionally, the eighth district, which also serves Kalamazoo County, may have one additional judge starting January 1, 2027. These changes aim to address potential vacancies and ensure adequate judicial coverage in the county.