Michael Sam Junk

Judge Junk received positive reviews from the observer and nearly all respondents. The judge presented as relatable and conversable with people in court. He heard people out and showed concern for their well- being, but he also held them accountable for their behavior. This judge meets discipline standards set by statute and has been certified by the Judicial Council as meeting all time standards, education requirements, and mental and physical competence standards.

Judge Michael S. Junk was appointed to the Ogden City Justice Court in January of 2017. Judge Junk received a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Weber State University in 1984 and a Juris Doctor from the University of Utah in 1987. After law school he went on to work as the Ogden City prosecutor for over 27 years prior to being appointed to the Ogden City Justice Court. Judge Junk also teaches at Weber State University as an adjunct professor in the Business Administration department.