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Michigan Judicial Misconduct Database

A crowd-sourced, evidence-based directory of documented judicial conduct issues in Michigan courts. No one should be blindsided by a judge’s demeanor when they walk into a courtroom.

83 Michigan Counties
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Why This Exists

The Michigan Judicial Tenure Commission offers citizens zero transparency on judicial complaints — hiding unprofessional behavior and giving slaps on the wrist instead of accountability.

This directory puts power and clarity back where it belongs: in the hands of the people. Every entry is documented. Every listing is evidence-based.

How to Use This Database
  • Search by judge name or county using the search bar below
  • Browse by county using the category list
  • Submit a new listing using the “Add Listing” button
  • Registration is optional — anonymous submissions accepted
  • All submissions require documentation or photographic evidence
Disclaimer Clutch Justice LLC performs due diligence on all entries and relies on documents and photographic evidence as much as possible. Listings reflect documented conduct patterns, not personal opinions. This database is not a legal resource and does not constitute legal advice.
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Peter Maceroni
Judge's Name
County
Violated Code of Conduct
Impropriety, Impartiality & Diligence
In Your Own Words, What Happened?

Showed extreme bias against defendant, allowed fraudulent orders to be signed and for the plaintiff to hide assets and artificially raise child support.

Raymond Voet
Judge's Name
County
Violated Code of Conduct
Impartiality & Diligence
In Your Own Words, What Happened?

Dismissed charges against Michigan DOC Officers Ray Thomas Rubley, 33; Andrew Ray Carr, 39; Al-Ani Mustafa, 44, and Jordan Thomas Csernyik, 23, even though they violated MDOC’s use of force policy and beat someone to death.

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Richard A. Santoni
Judge's Name
County
Violated Code of Conduct
Integrity & Independence
In Your Own Words, What Happened?

Judge Richard A. Santoni oversaw the drunk driving case of former Portage City Attorney Michael Carroll. He gave him a much more lenient sentence compared to what other individuals in the same situation would receive; no probation or jail time, only a fine. He also did not report Carroll's misconduct as required by MCR 9.102(A).

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Judge's Name
County
Violated Code of Conduct
Impropriety, Impartiality & Diligence
In Your Own Words, What Happened?

Claims to be a proponent of second chances, but was “Completely Disgusted” by concept of working with formerly incarcerated individuals.

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Former Judge Roberts Kengis
Judge's Name
County
Violated Code of Conduct
Impropriety, Impartiality & Diligence
In Your Own Words, What Happened?

Roberts Kengis was forced to retire early from the bench not even half way through his term due to corruption and abuse of power. He regularly engaged in ex parte communications and used Detective Chris Haverdink as his own personal muscle in stifling free speech.

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Judge Rosemarie Aquilina
Judge's Name
County
Violated Code of Conduct
Impropriety
In Your Own Words, What Happened?

Makes inappropriate comments to defendants, prejudicing their cases for headlines.

Was featured for this in the 2023 Michigan Judicial Tenure Commission Report: http://cms4files.revize.com/mjtc/annual_report/docs/2023%20Annual%20Report.pdf

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Theresa Brennan
Judge's Name
County
Violated Code of Conduct
Integrity & Independence, Impropriety, Impartiality & Diligence
In Your Own Words, What Happened?

Theresa Brennan had an affair with a detective on a double murder trial she presided over. She laughed at defendants having anxiety attacks on the stand, and prevented people from presenting their cases.

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Tracy E. Van den Bergh
County
Violated Code of Conduct
Integrity & Independence, Impropriety, Impartiality & Diligence, Collective Judicial Activity
In Your Own Words, What Happened?

Judge Van den Bergh shows extreme bias in cases, especially where other public officials like Washtenaw County Asst. Prosecutor, Marieh Tanha has been allowed to make false statements, file endless PPOs, and hide assets. She’s also used the sheriff’s department as her personal investigator.

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Judge Travis Reeds
Judge's Name
County
Violated Code of Conduct
Other
In Your Own Words, What Happened?

When a citizen requested video of Judge Asadoorian's unprofessional behavior to inform voters, Judge Travis Reed blocked the request, hiding misconduct behind antiquated laws. Circuit Court Judge Jeffrey Matis then also blocked access, further preventing transparency and accountability for violating judicial ethics canons.