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Richard A. Jones

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Sep 5, 2022: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Oct 29, 2007CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Oct 4, 2007 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Mar 19, 2007 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jul 19, 2007 · Confirmed Oct 4, 2007 · voice vote · Born 1950, WA

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington	George W. Bush	Oct 29, 2007	Senior status since Sep 5, 2022

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.