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Duckett, Allen Bowie

Born 1775 in Prince George`s County, MD
Died July 19, 1809, in Prince George`s County, MD

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, Circuit Court of the District of Columbia
Nominated by Thomas Jefferson on February 28, 1806, to a seat vacated by William Cranch. Confirmed by the Senate on March 3, 1806, and received commission on March 17, 1806. Service terminated on July 19, 1809, due to death.

Education:
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College of New Jersey (now Princeton University), 1790

Professional Career:

Private practice, Prince George's County, Maryland
Assistant clerk, Maryland House of Delegates, 1793-1795
State delegate, Maryland, 1796-1800
Member, Executive Council, State of Maryland, 1801-1806