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Richard W. Roberts

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Mar 16, 2016: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Jun 23, 1998CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Jun 5, 1998 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Jan 27, 1998 · Judiciary Committee hearing May 14, 1998 · Confirmed Jun 5, 1998 · voice vote · Born 1953, NY

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia	William J. Clinton	Jun 23, 1998	Senior status since Mar 16, 2016

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.