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John F. Walter

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

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.

May 1, 2002CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

99–0Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Apr 25, 2002 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Jan 23, 2002 · Judiciary Committee hearing Apr 11, 2002 · Confirmed Apr 25, 2002 · roll call 99–0 · Born 1944, NY

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Central District of California	George W. Bush	May 1, 2002	Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.