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Richard L. Young

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Mar 31, 2023: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Mar 6, 1998CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

81–0Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Mar 2, 1998 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Jul 15, 1997 · Judiciary Committee hearing Feb 4, 1998 · Confirmed Mar 2, 1998 · roll call 81–0 · Born 1953, IA

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana	William J. Clinton	Mar 6, 1998	Senior status since Mar 31, 2023

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.