Battey, Richard Howard Born 1929 in Aberdeen, SD Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota Nominated by Ronald Reagan on September 27, 1985, to a seat vacated by Andrew W. Bogue. Confirmed by the Senate on October 25, 1985, and received commission on October 28, 1985. Served as chief judge, 1994-1998. Assumed senior status on January 1, 1999. Education: University of South Dakota, 1950 University of South Dakota School of Law, J.D., 1953 Professional Career: U.S. Army lieutenant, 1953-1955 Private practice, Redfield, South Dakota, 1955-1985 City attorney, Redfield, South Dakota, 1956-1963 State's attorney, Spink County, South Dakota, 1959-1965, 1981-1985