Martinez, Ricardo S. Born 1951 in Mercedes, TX Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington Nominated by George W. Bush on October 14, 2003, to a new seat authorized by 104 Stat. 5089. Confirmed by the Senate on June 15, 2004, and received commission on June 16, 2004. U.S. Magistrate Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington, 1998-2004 Education: University of Washington, B.S., 1975 University of Washington School of Law, J.D., 1980 Professional Career: Assistant prosecutor, King County, Washington, 1980-1990 Judge, Superior Court of the State of Washington, King County, 1990-1998