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Terry J. Hatter, Jr.

Judge, U.S. District Court for the Central District of California · Appointed by Jimmy Carter (Democratic)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Apr 22, 2005: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
Dec 20, 1979CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Dec 19, 1979 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Sep 28, 1979 · Judiciary Committee hearing Dec 12, 1979 · Confirmed Dec 19, 1979 · voice vote · Born 1933, IL

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Central District of CaliforniaJimmy CarterDec 20, 1979Senior status since Apr 22, 2005

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.