f.k.a. Fitzpatrick, Michelle Leavitt
Eighth Judicial District Court
Dept.: 12
District Court Judge
Error Rate (civil/criminal):
39.24%96 / 62 /12.48%624 / 89
- Appointed District Court Judge to Dept. 12 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Apr 23, 2002.
- Served to completion on Jan 6, 2003.
- Elected District Court Judge to Dept. 12 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Jan 6, 2003.
- Served to completion on Jan 5, 2009.
- Elected District Court Judge to Dept. 12 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Jan 5, 2009.
- Served to completion on Jan 5, 2015.
- Elected District Court Judge to Dept. 12 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Jan 5, 2015.
- Served to completion on Jan 4, 2021.
- Elected District Court Judge to Dept. 12 of the Eighth Judicial District Court on Jan 4, 2021.
- This term ends on Jan 4, 2027.
The State of Nevada vs John Scott MacDonald
Hearing, Oct 21, 2025
The Honorable Michelle Leavitt, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 12, presiding over sentencing. Deputy District Attorney Colleen Baharav for the State. Defense Attorney Monti Levy for J Scott MacDonald. Case No. C-24-387359-1. The Court imposes 3-8 year prison term. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Kim Blandino vs the Parole & Probation
Hearing, Oct 8, 2025
The Honorable Michelle Leavitt, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 12, presiding over a hearing on motion for costs. Mr. Blandino represented himself. Case No. C-19-341767-1. The Court takes no action, citing impending motion to disqualify. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Kim Blandino vs the Warden
Hearing, Aug 21, 2025
The Honorable Michelle Leavitt, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 12, presiding over a hearing on habeas corpus. Chief Deputy District Attorney John Afshar for the State. Mr. Blandino represented himself. Case No. C-19-341767-1. The Court continues. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
The State of Nevada vs John Scott MacDonald
Hearing, Jun 10, 2025
The Honorable Michelle Leavitt, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 12, presiding over a hearing on entry of plea. Deputy District Attorney Colleen Baharav for the State. Defense Attorney Monti Levy for J Scott MacDonald. Case No. C-24-387359-1. The Court accepts guilty plea stipulating to 3-8 years imprisonment. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Court Of Appeals
Affirmed
Aug 21, 2025
90 days since filing.
Filed Order of Affirmance. "ORDER the judgment of conviction AFFIRMED."COA-BB/MG/DW (COA)
The State of Nevada vs Kim Blandino
Hearing, Apr 29, 2025
The Honorable Michelle Leavitt, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 12, presiding over a status check on a motion to release property. Defense Attorney Joseph Gersten for Mr. Blandino. Case No. C-19-341767-1. Motion granted. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Court Of Appeals
Affirmed
Jul 30, 2025
128 days since filing.
Filed Order of Affirmance. "ORDER the judgment of the district court AFFIRMED." COA-BB/MG/DW (COA)
Court Of Appeals
Writ Petition Denied
Jul 30, 2025
56 days since filing.
Filed Order Denying Petition. "ORDER the petition DENIED." COA-BB/MG/DW (COA)
The State of Nevada vs Kim Blandino
Hearing, Apr 22, 2025
The Honorable Michelle Leavitt, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 12, presiding over a hearing on motion to discharge counsel. Defense Attorney Joseph Gersten for Mr. Blandino. Case No. C-19-341767-1. Motion denied. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
Kim Blandino vs the Dept. of Parole & Probation
Hearing, Apr 15, 2025
The Honorable Michelle Leavitt, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 12, presiding over a hearing on motion for appointment of standby counsel. Case No. A-24-907619-W. The Court takes matter under submission. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
The State of Nevada vs Kim Blandino
Hearing, Apr 8, 2025
The Honorable Michelle Leavitt, Eighth Judicial District Court, Department 12, presiding over a hearing on motion for appointment of standby counsel. Case No. A-24-907619-W. The Court continues to allow Mr. Blandino to file motion. You can join as a member by clicking this link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPb0hCUcufpuk7QhxVxwKA/join For inquiries, feel free to contact us through www.ournevadajudges.com
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