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John Byron Owens

Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit · Appointed by Barack Obama (Democratic)

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Apr 2, 2014CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
56–43Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Mar 31, 2014 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jan 6, 2014 · Judiciary Committee hearing (not listed) · Confirmed Mar 31, 2014 · roll call 56–43 · Born 1971, DC

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth CircuitBarack ObamaApr 2, 2014Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.