Charles Z. Smith

Charles Z. Smith
Justice of the Washington Supreme Court
In office
1988 (1988) – 2002 (2002)
Nominated byBooth Gardner
Personal details
Born(1927-02-23)February 23, 1927
DiedAugust 28, 2016(2016-08-28) (aged 89)
SpouseEleanor M. Smith
Alma materFlorida A&M University
Temple University
University of Washington
Occupation
Military service
Allegiance United States
Branch/service United States Army
Years of service1945-1946
Battles/warsWorld War II
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Charles Z. Smith (February 23, 1927 – August 28, 2016) was an American judge who served as a Washington State Supreme Court Justice from 1988 to 2002. He was the first person of color and the first African American to hold the position.