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The Byron White United States Courthouse is a federal judicial facility located in Denver, Colorado. The building is named in honor of Byron White, a Colorado native, former professional football player, and U.S. Supreme Court Justice who served from 1962 to 1993. It serves as a courthouse for the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, as well as lower federal district courts.
The modern structure provides administrative and judicial spaces for federal legal proceedings in the region.
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Byron White United States Courthouse ranks #38 of 416 in the Courthouse ranking, behind Allen County Courthouse (Indiana), ahead of Palazzo di Giustizia (Rome).
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Where is the Byron White United States Courthouse?
The courthouse stands in downtown Denver, Colorado. It serves the federal judiciary and is associated with proceedings of the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit.
Why is the Denver federal courthouse named after Byron White?
Byron White was born in Colorado and served on the U.S. Supreme Court from 1962 to 1993. Before entering law, he was also a nationally prominent college athlete and professional football player.
Which NFL teams did Byron White play for?
White played professionally for the Pittsburgh Pirates, the team now known as the Steelers, and the Detroit Lions. His football career preceded his military service, legal practice, and appointment to the Supreme Court.
Is the Byron White Courthouse the same building as Denver's state supreme court?
No. The Byron White building is a federal courthouse, while the Colorado Supreme Court belongs to the state judicial system and sits in the Ralph L. Carr Colorado Judicial Center.
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