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Sharad Harshad Desai

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

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Jan 7, 2025CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
82–12Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Nov 21, 2024 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Sep 9, 2024 · Judiciary Committee hearing Sep 25, 2024 · Confirmed Nov 21, 2024 · roll call 82–12 · Born 1981, AZ

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the District of ArizonaJoseph R. BidenJan 7, 2025Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.