Justice of the Peace
Blaine County, Montana
My vote power: High
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
Jim L. Doyle is the Blaine County Justice of the Peace and city judge for Harlem and Chinook, appointed by the county commissioners in December 2023. He earlier served as the justice court's administrator and has worked in the court for about 27 years.
Nonpartisan
Monty Valdez grew up on a ranch south of Chinook and worked 18 years in construction before 12 years as a UPS delivery driver. He stresses fairness, common sense and a strong work ethic.
Sources: blainecounty-mt.gov · electionresults.mt.gov