Karlton, Lawrence K. Born 1935 in Brooklyn, NY Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California Nominated by Jimmy Carter on June 5, 1979, to a seat vacated by Thomas J. MacBride. Confirmed by the Senate on July 23, 1979, and received commission on July 24, 1979. Served as chief judge, 1983-1990. Assumed senior status on May 28, 2000. Education: Columbia Law School, J.D., 1958 Professional Career: U.S. Army, 1958-1960 Civilian legal officer, Sacramento [California] Army Depot, 1960-1962 Private practice, Sacramento, California, 1962-1976 Judge, Superior Court of California, County of Sacramento, 1976-1979