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John Carbone Porfilio

Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit · Appointed by Ronald Reagan (Republican)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Oct 15, 1999: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
May 10, 1985CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed May 3, 1985 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Apr 5, 1985 · Judiciary Committee hearing May 1, 1985 · Confirmed May 3, 1985 · voice vote · Born 1934, CO

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the District of ColoradoRonald ReaganJun 25, 1982Appointment to Another Judicial Position May 14, 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth CircuitRonald ReaganMay 10, 1985Senior status since Oct 15, 1999

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.