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Charles R. Breyer

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Dec 31, 2011: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Nov 12, 1997CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Nov 8, 1997 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Jul 24, 1997 · Judiciary Committee hearing Oct 29, 1997 · Confirmed Nov 8, 1997 · voice vote · Born 1941, CA

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California	William J. Clinton	Nov 12, 1997	Senior status since Dec 31, 2011

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.