Disqualification of Judge
/ˌdɪskwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən ʌv ˈdʒʌdʒ/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal removal or exclusion of a judge from presiding over a case due to bias, conflict of interest, or inability to remain impartial.
The disqualification of the judge was requested because of his prior relationship with one of the parties involved.
Forms
- disqualification of judge
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Commentary
Disqualification of a judge safeguards the fairness of judicial proceedings by preventing biased adjudication; motions to disqualify must balance preventing prejudice with avoiding unnecessary delays.
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