MI SB1300

Governor appoints a successor to fill Michigan Supreme Court vacancies, who serves as incumbent until 12 noon on January 1 following the next general election when a successor is elected and qualified.

Candidates for the vacant Supreme Court position are nominated at the fall primary election held at least 105 days after the vacancy occurs, following standard nomination procedures for Supreme Court justices.

The vacant position is filled at the general November election following the primary using standard Supreme Court election procedures, with the elected person serving the remainder of the unexpired term.

A candidate receiving the highest number of votes who has subscribed to the required constitutional oath is considered elected and qualified even if a vacancy occurs before taking office.

Bill takes effect only if Senate Bills 1296, 1297, 1298, and 1299 of the 95th Legislature are also enacted into law.