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Garland Ellis Burrell, Jr.

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Jul 4, 2012: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
Mar 2, 1992CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Feb 27, 1992 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Aug 1, 1991 · Judiciary Committee hearing Feb 19, 1992 · Confirmed Feb 27, 1992 · voice vote · Born 1947, CA

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of CaliforniaGeorge H.W. BushMar 2, 1992Senior status since Jul 4, 2012

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.