Samuel James Otero (born December 30, 1951) is a former United States district judge of the United States District Court for the Central District of California.
- Gender
- Male
- Race
- Hispanic
Prior employment
- Superior Court of California, County of Los AngelesJudge · 1990–2003
- Los Angeles [California] Municipal CourtJudge · 1988–1990
- Southern Pacific Transportation Co.Regional counsel · 1987–1988
- Office of the City Attorney, Los Angeles, CaliforniaLaw clerk and attorney · 1976–1987
Appointments
2003–2020 · Appointed by George W. Bush (Republican)Term ended: Retirement
Education
J.D. · 1976- California State University, NorthridgeB.A. · 1973