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Matthew E. Engelking
Biography
Professional career
- Domestic Violence Court Judge (2020–2022, 2026–present), Juvenile Court Judge (2022–2026, resuming Feb 2027), and has also held the role of a Veterans Protocol Judge
- Matthew E. Engelking is a judge of the Minnesota 7th Judicial District Court, appointed by Governor Tim Walz in 2019, re‐elected in 2020, with a term expiring January 4, 2027
- Employment: Senior Attorney, Criminal Division, Stearns County Attorney’s Office (2018-2019)
- Employment: Chief – Juvenile Division, Stearns County Attorney’s Office (2006-2018)
- Employment: Assistant County Attorney, Criminal Division, Stearns County Attorney’s Office (2004-2006)
- Employment: Attorney, Engelking Law Office, Criminal Defense / General Practice (2000-2004)
- Employment: Attorney, Meshbesher Law Office, Criminal Defense (1997-2000)
- Employment: Attorney/Clerk, Kosieradzki & Associates (1996-1997)
- Judge Engelking serves in the 7th Judicial District, which covers Becker, Benton, Clay, Douglas, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Otter Tail, Stearns, Todd, and Wadena counties
Education
- Regent University Law School — J.D. (1995)
- Evangel University (Government and Communications-Journalism) — B.A. (1992)
Additional information
- Current term expires on January 4, 2027.
- Appointed/Elected: Appointed by Governor Tim Walz on July 22, 2019.
- Employment: Adjunct Instructor, American Political Systems / Communications Law, North Central University (1998-2004)
- He also practiced law at Engelking Law Office (2000–2004) and Meshbesher Law Office (1997–2000)
- Engelking has been active in child advocacy, domestic violence partnerships, and youth legal programs.
- Avid golfer and bulldog owner
- He is a board member of the Minnesota District Judges Association and chairs the 7th Judicial District Technology Committee
Applicable Court Rules & Procedures
Remote appearances
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Minnesota Judicial Branch remote-hearing guidance says recording or broadcasting a remote proceeding is not authorized except as provided by court rules.
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Recording and broadcasting
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Minnesota court guidance cites Rule 4 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice and says pictures or voice recordings are not allowed except the official court record.
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Minnesota Seventh Judicial District Court
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