Rhode Island Supreme Court / Joined 1778 / Served to 1781
Shearjashub Bourne
Justice, Rhode Island Supreme Court
Shearjashub Bourne was a Justice of the Rhode Island Supreme Court, who joined the court in 1778. Sources ↓
- Lived
- 1721–1781
- Tenure
- 1778–1781 · 3 yrs
Judicial service
| Year | Court | Appointed by | Vote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1778 | Rhode Island Supreme Court | – | – |
Education
Questions & answers
- How do judges of the Rhode Island Supreme Court reach the bench?
- The court's current selection method is gubernatorial appointment.
- Which court was Shearjashub Bourne on?
- Shearjashub Bourne was a Justice of the Rhode Island Supreme Court.
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3 years on the Rhode Island Supreme Court. Data as of 2026-03-31. Informational only; verify against the primary source before relying. Not a consumer report (FCRA).