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Daniel L. Hovland

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Nov 10, 2019: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Nov 26, 2002CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Nov 14, 2002 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Jun 26, 2002 · Judiciary Committee hearing Sep 26, 2002 · Confirmed Nov 14, 2002 · voice vote · Born 1954, MN

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the District of North Dakota	George W. Bush	Nov 26, 2002	Senior status since Nov 10, 2019

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.