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Lewis Thornton Babcock

Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado · Appointed by Ronald Reagan (Republican)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Apr 4, 2008: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
Oct 17, 1988CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Oct 14, 1988 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jun 23, 1988 · Judiciary Committee hearing Aug 9, 1988 · Confirmed Oct 14, 1988 · voice vote · Born 1943, CO

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the District of ColoradoRonald ReaganOct 17, 1988Senior status since Apr 4, 2008

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.