Judge Disqualification Motion
Definitions
- (n.) A formal request filed to disqualify a judge from presiding over a case due to potential bias, conflict of interest, or other disqualifying factors.
The defense filed a judge disqualification motion citing impartiality concerns.
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- judge disqualification motion
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Commentary
Such motions must be grounded in statutory or case law standards and should clearly identify the grounds for disqualification to avoid denial on procedural or substantive bases.
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