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Myron Herbert Thompson

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Aug 22, 2013: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
Sep 29, 1980CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Sep 26, 1980 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Sep 17, 1980 · Judiciary Committee hearing Sep 22, 1980 · Confirmed Sep 26, 1980 · voice vote · Born 1947, AL

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Middle District of AlabamaJimmy CarterSep 29, 1980Senior status since Aug 22, 2013

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.