For Olmsted County Attorney
Walters Works.
A level head. A proven record. A local prosecutor committed to keeping every community in Olmsted County safe.
A level head. A proven record. A local prosecutor committed to keeping every community in Olmsted County safe.
A safe community requires more than tough talk. It requires a level head, strong partnerships, and a commitment to getting results that people can actually see.
When Michael took office, the wait for a first appearance in criminal court was a full year. That wait time has been cut, and more progress is being made. That progress will continue until every victim and every person accused of a crime gets the certainty they deserve: that their case will be resolved fairly and without unnecessary delay.
Proportionate consequences. Due process. Transparency. Under Michael's leadership, the prosecution policy for domestic assault by strangulation was changed to pursue a conviction in every case, ending the practice of letting these serious offenses result in no conviction on the record. At the same time, the office has built a culture of openness with the defense bar through regular standing meetings, because fair play means respecting the rights of the accused too.
Justice is about the people behind the cases. The office works closely with Olmsted County Victim Services, the Women's Shelter, and the Mayo Clinic Center for Safe and Healthy Children and Adolescents, a state of the art child abuse investigation center. The team of victim witness coordinators is growing to ensure that victims are informed, supported, and never left wondering what is happening with their case.
Mental illness in our community is a public safety challenge that deserves more than a revolving door. Working with law enforcement, the courts, defense lawyers, and social services, the office launched a weekly mental health court calendar for defendants found incompetent to stand trial. Previously, these cases languished for months. Now, prosecutors, social workers, and mental health practitioners meet every Friday to find real solutions backed by binding court orders. In just two months, multiple defendants have been stabilized and are ready to stand trial.
Law enforcement and legal leaders who have worked alongside Michael and trust him to keep running the office.
Olmsted County needs steady leadership in our Olmsted County Attorney’s Office that is guided with a dependable and knowledgeable hand. Please vote Michael Walters for Olmsted County Attorney, I did.
We are proud to endorse Michael Walters for Olmsted County Attorney. Michael has a proven track record as an experienced prosecutor on the violent crimes team, handles major felony cases directly, and understands the daily realities our deputies face on the streets. His leadership ensures that public safety and the rule of law remain top priorities.
We believe Michael Walters embodies these leadership qualities. His approach aligns with the values of our members and the importance of strong, collaborative partnerships in keeping our community safe. The Rochester Police Department Sergeants’ Union encourages voters to support Michael Walters for Olmsted County Attorney.
I am proud to offer my endorsement of Michael Walters for Olmsted County Attorney. Michael has the experience, integrity, and commitment our community needs.
Mr. Walters is one of the most talented and capable lawyers I have ever met. Olmsted County is fortunate to have Michael Walters as its County Attorney. I warmly endorse his candidacy to continue in that position.
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Michael Walters grew up right here in Olmsted County. After graduating from Century High School, he earned his law degree from the University of Minnesota and came back home to the Olmsted County Courthouse. Sixteen years later, he's still there. He knows the system inside and out because he's worked across it, from drug treatment court to juvenile justice to prosecuting every case type from DWI to murder. He's not just an administrator who asks his staff to do the work. He has personally tried cases resulting in convictions and life sentences.
In April 2025, Michael was appointed to lead the Olmsted County Attorney's Office. Today he oversees a team of over fifty professionals committed to integrity, fair play, and results. He is a founding member of Drug Treatment Court, has built the county's first weekly mental health court calendar, and lives locally with his wife and children.
From Rochester to the smallest township, every resident deserves a County Attorney who shows up.
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