Invitation for Public Comment on the Reappointment of Federal Public Defender Rene L. Valladares
The current term of office of Rene L. Valladares, Federal Public Defender for the District of Nevada, expires in August 2027. The United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit is considering the reappointment of Mr. Valladares to an additional four-year term and invites public comments from the public and legal community about the performance of Mr. Valladares and his respective staff.
Anonymous responses will not be considered. However, all information provided to the Court will be held in strict confidence, and the identity of any person providing information will not be disclosed unless that person waives confidentiality and consents to disclosure.
All comments must be received no later than Friday, June 26, 2026, and may be submitted online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2027-NV-Rene-Valladares or in writing to:
FPD-NV Evaluation
U.S. Courts for the Ninth Circuit
P.O. Box 193939
San Francisco, CA 94119-3939