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John D. Bates

Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia · Appointed by George W. Bush (Republican)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Oct 12, 2014: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Dec 14, 2001CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

97–0Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Dec 11, 2001 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Sep 4, 2001 · Judiciary Committee hearing Oct 25, 2001 · Confirmed Dec 11, 2001 · roll call 97–0 · Born 1946, NJ

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia	George W. Bush	Dec 14, 2001	Senior status since Oct 12, 2014

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.