Michael is the vice chief regional district court judge for Kentucky’s 29th District Court, where he has served since his first election in 2006. He previously worked as an associate attorney at the Columbia law firm of Marshall F. Loy and as attorney for the Adair County School Board.

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Michael Loy previously worked as an associate attorney at the Columbia law firm of Marshall F. Loy and as attorney for the Adair County School Board.

As of March 10, 2026, Michael Loy did not have a website or any information online.

Judicial Administration

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Ethics & Conduct

As a judge, he was re-elected without opposition in 2010 and 2014, serving until his term expired on January 6, 2019.

- As a judge, he was re-elected without opposition in 2010 and 2014, serving until his term expired on January 6, 2019.

Legal Experience

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As of March 10, 2026, Michael Loy’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- District court judges hear civil, criminal, and juvenile cases, as well as, small claims (involving $2,500 or less), landlord eviction cases, and cases related to domestic violence and abuse. 
- In Kentucky, there are 116 district court judges serving in 60 judicial districts.
- District court judges are elected for four-year terms in nonpartisan elections. Vacancies can be filled by the governor's appointment, with staggered elections ensuring that only some judges are elected each year.
- District court judges earn ​$141,761 annually. 