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Bobby Ray Baldock

Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit · Appointed by Ronald Reagan (Republican)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jan 26, 2001: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
Dec 17, 1985CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Dec 16, 1985 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Oct 7, 1985 · Judiciary Committee hearing Oct 30, 1985 · Confirmed Dec 16, 1985 · voice vote · Born 1936, OK

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the District of New MexicoRonald ReaganJun 7, 1983Appointment to Another Judicial Position Jan 24, 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth CircuitRonald ReaganDec 17, 1985Senior status since Jan 26, 2001

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.