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Eric Claude Schulte

Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of South Dakota · Appointed by Joseph R. Biden (Democratic)

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Jun 3, 2024CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
61–33Senate confirmation voteConfirmed May 15, 2024 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Feb 8, 2024 · Judiciary Committee hearing Mar 6, 2024 · Confirmed May 15, 2024 · roll call 61–33 · Born 1972, SD

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the District of South DakotaJoseph R. BidenJun 3, 2024Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.