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Robert Lewis Hinkle

Judge, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida · Appointed by William J. Clinton (Democratic)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Nov 7, 2016: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Aug 1, 1996CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Jul 25, 1996 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jun 6, 1996 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jun 25, 1996 · Confirmed Jul 25, 1996 · voice vote · Born 1951, FL

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida	William J. Clinton	Aug 1, 1996	Senior status since Nov 7, 2016

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.