Justice of the Peace
Lewis and Clark County, Montana
My vote power: Above average
What does this office do?
- Deciding small-claims cases
- Handling evictions, in many states
- Ruling on traffic and minor criminal citations, where state law allows
Affects: Public Safety and Crime Control, Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties, Housing Affordability,
Candidates:
Nonpartisan · Incumbent
Michael Swingley has been a Lewis and Clark County justice of the peace since he was first elected in 2010.
Nonpartisan
As of October 2026, we found no public information about Tim Mielke's job, background, or goals.
Source: lccountymt.gov