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Susan Ritchie Bolton

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Sep 1, 2016: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Oct 13, 2000CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Oct 3, 2000 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Jul 21, 2000 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jul 25, 2000 · Confirmed Oct 3, 2000 · voice vote · Born 1951, PA

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona	William J. Clinton	Oct 13, 2000	Senior status since Sep 1, 2016

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.