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John L. Kane, Jr.

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Apr 8, 1988: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Dec 16, 1977CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Dec 15, 1977 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Nov 2, 1977 · Judiciary Committee hearing Nov 18, 1977 · Confirmed Dec 15, 1977 · voice vote · Born 1937, NM

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado	Jimmy Carter	Dec 16, 1977	Senior status since Apr 8, 1988

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.