Richard Peters (reporter)
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Richard Peters, Jr. (August 17, 1780 – May 2, 1848) was an American attorney and the fourth reporter of decisions of the Supreme Court of the United States, serving from 1828 to 1843.
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Quick Facts 4th Reporter of Decisions of the Supreme Court of the United States, Preceded by ...
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4th Reporter of Decisions of the Supreme Court of the United States | |
In office 1828–1843 | |
Preceded by | Henry Wheaton |
Succeeded by | Benjamin Chew Howard |
Solicitor of Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania | |
In office 1822–1825 | |
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Born | Richard Peters Jr. (1780-08-17)August 17, 1780 Belmont, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | May 2, 1848(1848-05-02) (aged 67) Belmont, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Spouse | Abigail Willing |
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Profession | Attorney |
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