William Overton (judge)

William Ray Overton
A photograph of Judge Overton residing over his courtroom.
Judge of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas
In office
May 11, 1979 – July 14, 1987
Appointed byJimmy Carter
Preceded bySeat established by 92 Stat. 1629
Succeeded byStephen M. Reasoner
Personal details
BornWilliam Ray Overton
(1939-09-19)September 19, 1939
DiedJuly 14, 1987(1987-07-14) (aged 47)
EducationUniversity of Arkansas (BA, BS)
University of Arkansas School of Law (LLB)
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William Ray Overton (September 19, 1939 – July 14, 1987) was a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas.