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Thelton Eugene Henderson

Judge, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California · Appointed by Jimmy Carter (Democratic)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Nov 28, 1998: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
Jun 30, 1980CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Jun 26, 1980 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated May 9, 1980 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jun 10, 1980 · Confirmed Jun 26, 1980 · voice vote · Born 1933, LA

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of CaliforniaJimmy CarterJun 30, 1980Senior status since Nov 28, 1998

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.