The first step in the election process was a five-way  Primary Election held June 2, 1998.  Karen Orzech received the highest number of votes, county-wide, during that election.  The top two candidates appeared on the ballot during the General Election on November 3.  Once again, Missoula County voters chose Karen Orzech to serve them as Department #2 Justice of the Peace (13,923 to 12,674 votes).  Your votes of confidence are greatly appreciated.

In 2002, Karen was up for re-election.  During the Primary Election in June 2002, voters chose her 3 to 1 over the opponent.  The final step was winning the General Election November 5, 2002.  Voters sent a clear message that they wanted to keep an independent, experienced, and unbiased judge to manage your Justice Court.  Your vote DOES make a REAL DIFFERENCE!  Again, Karen received almost three times the number of votes as her opponent (22, 762 votes to 8,129).

In 2006, Karen is again up for re-election.  This year's Primary Election was on June 6; Judge Orzech received over 70% (12,438 to 5,229) of the total votes - more votes than any other candidate on the ballot in Missoula County for a contested race.  Your overwhelming support and vote of confidence is greatly appreciated!    The final step was winning the General Election November 7, 2006.  Once again, voters sent a very clear message that they appreciated having a professional, experienced and unbiased judge to take the Justice Court through the next four years.  Judge Orzech received almost twice the number of votes as her opponent (25,054 votes to 14,816).

We continue to be well prepared and motivated to undertake the large effort required to mount a successful campaign for future elections, because we believe that the citizens of Missoula County deserve a full-time, proven, professional and community leader as their Justice Court judge.  Please contact us if you would like to help be part of the positive change in our justice system and the community.  Thank you again for your continued support!