Motion for Change of Judge
/ˈmoʊʃən fɔr ʧeɪndʒ ʌv ʤʌdʒ/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal request submitted to a court seeking the replacement of a judge assigned to a case due to bias, conflict of interest, or other valid reasons.
The defense attorney filed a motion for change of judge citing potential bias.
Forms
- motion for change of judge
- motions for change of judge
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Commentary
Typically filed early in litigation to ensure impartiality, such motions require substantiating facts and are governed by specific procedural rules.
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