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Hon. Pamela L. Lightvoet

Judge, Criminal Division

19

Years Served

2007

Since

6yr

Term

2030

Next Election

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Biography

Judge Pamela L. Lightvoet has served on the 9th Circuit Court since 2007. She was re-elected in November 2024, securing her seat through 2030. Following the January 2025 reorganization she was designated Presiding Judge of the Criminal Division; D'Angelo took over that role in 2026.

Details

Court of Record
9th Circuit Court
Division
Criminal
Jurisdiction
Felony criminal cases. Trials, sentencing, and probation matters.
Court Address
Judge Charles A. Pratt Justice Center, 227 W. Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

How They Got the Seat

Method
ELECTED BY THE PEOPLE
Election Type
Nonpartisan
Term Length
6 years
Next Election
November 2030
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