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Ralph R. Beistline

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Dec 31, 2015: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Mar 19, 2002CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

98–0Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Mar 12, 2002 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Nov 8, 2001 · Judiciary Committee hearing Feb 26, 2002 · Confirmed Mar 12, 2002 · roll call 98–0 · Born 1948, AK

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the District of Alaska	George W. Bush	Mar 19, 2002	Senior status since Dec 31, 2015

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.