How long do federal judges appointed under Article III serve?
Article III federal judges serve during good behavior, which in practice means until they leave or are removed.
Short AnswerDuring good behavior, which in practice means until they leave or are removed
Explanation
How Congress WorksArticle III, Section 1 says judges shall hold their offices during good behavior. They can be removed only through impeachment and conviction.
Source
- U.S. Constitution, Article III, Section 1 ↗
The Judges, both of the supreme and inferior Courts, shall hold their Offices during good Behaviour…
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