James M. Maceroni
Nonpartisan · MI · Macomb County 16th Circuit Court Judge
James M. Maceroni is a Macomb County 16th Circuit Court judge and 2026 incumbent-position candidate. Elected in 2014, he previously practiced criminal and family law, served on the Macomb County Charter Commission, held bar-association leadership roles, and served on the Lakeshore Legal Aid board. He oversees a Swift and Sure Sanctions program combining supervision, treatment, and guidance for high-risk probationers.
Track record
Public Safety and Crime Control
· 1 record
Maceroni oversees the Swift and Sure Sanctions Probation Program, which uses intensive supervision, treatment, education, and graduated sanctions for high-risk probationers.
January 1, 2018For
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Civil Rights
· 1 record
Maceroni oversees the Swift and Sure Sanctions Probation Program, which uses intensive supervision, treatment, education, and graduated sanctions for high-risk probationers.
January 1, 2018For
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General
· 2 records
Maceroni is one of four certified incumbent-position candidates for four Macomb County 16th Circuit Court terms in the November 2026 election.
May 29, 2026
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Maceroni served on the Macomb County Charter Commission, the Macomb County Bar Association board, its Criminal Law Committee, and the Lakeshore Legal Aid board.
November 4, 2014
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Legal Competence
· 4 records
Maceroni was elected to the Macomb County Circuit Court in November 2014.
November 4, 2014For
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Before taking the bench, Maceroni practiced criminal and family law.
November 4, 2014For
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Maceroni received the Macomb County Bar Association Distinguished Public Service Award for 2010-2011.
June 30, 2011For
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Maceroni earned a bachelor's degree from Michigan State University in 1996 and a law degree from Wayne State University in 2000.
May 1, 2000For
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Elections
- Macomb County Judge of Circuit Court - 16th Circuit - Incumbent Position · November 3, 2026 · Macomb County, Michigan · incumbent
Profile last researched July 18, 2026.