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Frank DeArmon Whitney

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

SeniorStatusSenior status since Dec 1, 2024: semi-retired, still hears some cases.
Jul 5, 2006CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Jun 22, 2006 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Feb 14, 2006 · Judiciary Committee hearing May 24, 2006 · Confirmed Jun 22, 2006 · voice vote · Born 1959, NC

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Western District of North CarolinaGeorge W. BushJul 5, 2006Senior status since Dec 1, 2024

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.