FLINT, Mich. (Michigan News Source) – A Genesee County Circuit Court judge will remain on the November 8 ballot even though he is retiring the day after the election.
Judge Joseph Farah announced his retirement earlier this year following sexual harassment allegations made against him. Following the allegations, Farah was relieved from his in-person docket.
Shortly after, he announced his retirement, which is effective Nov. 9.
The Genesee County Clerk’s office said because his official retirement day is not until after the election, Farah’s name remains on the ballot.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will name Farrah’s replacement, who must run for office during the 2024 election if they wish to remain in that position.