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Richard C. Wesley

Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit · Appointed by George W. Bush (Republican)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Aug 1, 2016: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Jun 12, 2003CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

96–0Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Jun 11, 2003 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

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

Nominated Mar 5, 2003 · Judiciary Committee hearing May 22, 2003 · Confirmed Jun 11, 2003 · roll call 96–0 · Born 1949, NY

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit	George W. Bush	Jun 12, 2003	Senior status since Aug 1, 2016

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.