Federal Judicial Center Operational Status:
Due to a lapse in appropriations, the Federal Judicial Center (Center) has ceased all non-excepted activities until funding is restored.
The Center will post any changes in operational status on this web page. Please check back for updates.
You are here
Bratcher, Clifton Rhodes
Born December 23, 1917, in Morgantown, KY
Died July 25, 1977
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Kentucky
Nominated by Richard M. Nixon on October 7, 1970, to a new seat authorized by 84 Stat. 294. Confirmed by the Senate on October 13, 1970, and received commission on October 16, 1970. Served as chief judge, 1976-1977. Service terminated on July 25, 1977, due to death.
Education:
University of Louisville School of Law (now Louis D. Brandeis School of Law), LL.B., 1947
Professional Career:
Died July 25, 1977
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Kentucky
Nominated by Richard M. Nixon on October 7, 1970, to a new seat authorized by 84 Stat. 294. Confirmed by the Senate on October 13, 1970, and received commission on October 16, 1970. Served as chief judge, 1976-1977. Service terminated on July 25, 1977, due to death.
Education:
University of Louisville School of Law (now Louis D. Brandeis School of Law), LL.B., 1947
Professional Career:
U.S. Army sergeant, 1941-1945
County attorney, Butler County, Morgantown, Kentucky, 1950-1953
Chief assistant U.S. attorney, Western District of Kentucky, 1953-1955
Private practice, Owensboro, Kentucky, 1956-1970